Part-time Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Technician

Alliance Animal Health•Ruston, LA

About The Position

We are looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Technician to join our team. This role supports the daily care of hospitalized patients and assists the medical team with a variety of tasks.

Requirements

Comfortable with strong odors, loud noises, and potential exposure to bites, scratches, or contagious diseases
Detail-oriented, team-focused, and eager to learn

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred
Compassionate, calm, and a strong team player with excellent communication and multitasking skills
Skilled in proper animal restraint, cleaning/disinfecting, and handling moderate physical labor
Bonus skills: sample collection, medical histories, lab processing, radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring
Self-motivated with a desire to grow and expand knowledge
Able to follow directions, recognize abnormal conditions, and provide gentle care to sick or injured animals

Responsibilities

Feed, medicate, and monitor hospitalized animals
Clean and sanitize kennels, hospital areas, and equipment
Assist with animal restraint, exams, surgical prep, and post-op care
Document medications, diets, behaviors, and health concerns
Restock supplies and sterilize surgical instruments
Help with triage, lab sample collection, diagnostics, and anesthesia monitoring
Communicate effectively with team members and clients.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)