What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at South Shreveport Animal Hospital?
Job Description
Job Description
South Shreveport Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team! This is an excellent position for candidates with foundational training who are looking to grow their career in veterinary medicine.
In this role, you will provide assistance to Veterinary Technicians and Veterinarians, including gentle animal handling and restraint during outpatient procedures such as physical exams, vaccines, and blood draws. You will prepare and clean patient areas throughout the day including exam rooms and procedural / treatment areas, anticipating team needs and ensuring preparedness and efficiency. This is an ideal position for efficient multi-taskers who enjoy a supportive role in a team-oriented environment!
This is a full-time position that includes one weekday off, one half-day weekday, two days at 7 : 30a-6p, and rotating weekends.
Full-time benefits and compensation :
- Compensation : $12-$15 / hour
- Bonus package : $500 for Vet Assistants with 3 recent / consecutive years of experience
- Full-Time Schedule : Flexible, Mon-Friday, rotating weekends, holidays.
- Health package : Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k options
Required qualifications and skillset :
Client communication and education
Providing the care our community deserves since 1985 :
The SSAH team strives to diagnose and treat Shreveport pets with the highest standard of medical and surgical methods. We primarily provide general wellness services, soft tissue surgery, and dentistry, and we are well-equipped with digital radiology, surgical and therapy lasers, Idexx lab equipment, ultrasound capabilities, and more. Our hospital team is comprised of two (soon-to-be three) veterinarians, tenured technicians and assistants, and a talented support staff and boarding team. Most importantly, our team is committed to providing personalized attention and taking a family-focused approach to pet care in order to best support Louisiana pets and their owners.
If you love animals, share our desire for high-quality and compassionate care, and would like to join the best staff around, APPLY TODAY!
Salary : $12 - $15