Veterinary Assistant

Leonard Animal Clinic•Leonard, TX

20d

About The Position

Leonard Animal Clinic is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant! Leonard Animal Clinic is a full-service animal hospital providing comprehensive pet healthcare services in Leonard, TX. Our veterinarians offer a wide variety of medical, surgical, and dental services. Patients include companion pets, exotics, and limited production animals. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Assistant, with at least one year’s experience to join our compassionate team. As a Veterinary Assistant, you will act as the primary medical support for our veterinarians and technicians, ensuring smooth workflow and high-quality patient care.

Requirements

Experience: 1+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
Skills: Proficient in veterinary medical terminology, animal care, and laboratory procedures. Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods, lift animals and equipment up to 50 pounds, and perform physically demanding tasks.

Nice To Haves

Experience in specialty areas (e.g., surgery, dentistry, emergency care) is a plus.
Familiarity with Avimark

Responsibilities

Patient Care: Provide excellent care for animals, including administering treatments, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with surgeries.
Clinical Procedures: Perform diagnostic tests (e.g., blood draws, urinalysis, radiographs, and ECGs), prepare samples for lab analysis, and monitor anesthesia during procedures.
Client Communication: Educate pet owners on procedures, medications, diet, and post-operative care. Address client concerns and maintain strong relationships.
Administrative Duties: Maintain accurate patient records, ensuring all medical data is entered promptly and accurately.
Support Veterinarians: Assist veterinarians during exams, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures. Prepare and maintain examination rooms and equipment.
Medical Supplies: Manage inventory of medical supplies and controlled substances
Emergency Care: Provide urgent care when necessary and support the clinic's emergency protocols.

Benefits

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program
A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
Referral bonus program
Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Pet food discount program
Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
State license reimbursement
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance
Six paid holidays (full-time only)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount program
Mentorship and support to grow as a professional
Co-workers committed to your success
A team-oriented culture that values collaboration and open communication
Occasional lunches and coffee runs on us