Veterinary Technician Assistant

Crooked Creek Animal Hospital • Pelahatchie, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Crooked Creek Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician Assistant to provide patient care and support veterinary procedures. The role includes caring for medical and hospitalized cases with varying levels of stability and communicating treatment plans to clients. The hospital emphasizes compassionate, progressive, patient-focused care and offers opportunities for professional growth through virtual and hands-on interactive training and continuing development.

The work may involve unpleasant odors and noises, as well as possible exposure to animal bites, scratches, waste, and potentially contagious diseases.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience is preferred.
• Be a compassionate and calm team player.
• Be able to multitask.
• Have strong communication skills.
• Be able to properly restrain pets.
• Be a self-starter who wants to continue advancing their knowledge and skillset.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with large animals.
• Proficiency in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Restrain pets and triage incoming patients.
• Collect and analyze laboratory samples.
• Perform diagnostic imaging.
• Manage and provide nursing care for medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability.
• Administer medications.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively to clients.
• Prepare for and assist with surgery.
• Manage anesthesia.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, liability, life and supplemental insurance, HSA, and FSA.
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid vacation and sick time for all employees.
• Paid bereavement program.
• Paid parental leave program.
• Competitive compensation.
• Continuing education allowance for licensed, registered, or certified roles.
• Tuition reimbursement program available to students in AVMA-accredited veterinary technology programs.
• Career development opportunities.
• Referral bonus program for most positions.
• Additional benefits may be available, such as personal pet discounts, holiday pay, uniform allowance, and bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed