Veterinary Assistant

East Ridge Animal Hospital•Chattanooga, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a compassionate, fast-paced team where your work directly improves the lives of animals and their families. As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll play a hands-on role in patient care from intake to recovery.

Requirements

Reliable, positive team player with a strong work ethic
Punctual and ready to jump into a fast-paced day
At least 1 year of veterinary experience required
Strong communication skills with a focus on excellent client service
Ability to accurately interpret medical records and capture patient history
Working knowledge of preventative care, surgery support, and hospital flow
Confident, low-stress animal handling and restraint skills
Experience collecting and processing lab samples (blood, urine, fecal, skin)
Comfortable assisting with radiographs
Self-motivated and eager to keep learning and growing
Open to feedback and committed to team efficiency

Responsibilities

Assist with animal restraint, triage, and patient care
Collect lab samples and support diagnostic imaging
Provide nursing care for hospitalized patients
Administer medications and assist in surgery and anesthesia
Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners
This position requires some Receptionist shifts.

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 Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Personal Pet Discounts
Holiday Pay
Uniform Allowance
Bonuses