Veterinary Assistant or LVMT Position Available In Hamilton, Tennessee

Veterinary Assistant or LVMT Signal Mountain Veterinary Clinic – 5.0 Signal Mountain, TN Job Details Part-time | Full-time $13 – $18 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Health savings account Paid time off Uniform allowance Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Pet care Blood sampling Vital signs Medication administration Patient monitoring Veterinary Technician Certification Triage Animal catheterization Venipuncture Veterinary experience Veterinary clinic experience Patient care experience (1-2 years) Experience administering injections Medical records Dog handling Animal handling Animal care Animal anatomy knowledge Patient care Organizational skills Aseptic technique Communication skills Animal physiology Veterinary terminology Animal care experience (1-2 years) Veterinary assistant experience Entry level Animal restraint Full Job Description Company Overview Signal Mountain Veterinary Clinic is a full-service veterinary clinic dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets in Signal Mountain, Walden, Red Bank, Dunlap, Chattanooga, Hixson and beyond! Our mission is to ensure the health and well-being of animals through comprehensive veterinary services. Summary We are “your other family doctor.” Yeah, we know that sounds cheesy, but we try be different than the average vet clinic. We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant or LVMT to join our team at Signal Mountain Veterinary Clinic. As a member of our team, you will play a critical role in providing high-quality, compassionate medical care across both our stationary and mobile services. Responsibilities include supporting veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, treatments, surgical assistance, and patient monitoring. You will also perform nursing care, client education, restraint, sample collection, lab testing, and medication administration for a variety of species. In the mobile setting, you’ll help deliver care directly to clients’ homes—ensuring comfort and continuity for pets in hospice, long-term care, or those needing routine services. This role requires flexibility, strong communication skills, autonomy, and a passion for exceptional nursing care both on the road and in the clinic. At the clinic we offer in-hospital diagnostics (microscopy, culture, digital body and dental radiographs, ultrasound, abaxis machines, etc). Our wellness vaccinations follow AAFP and AAHA standards. We perform soft tissue, orthopedic and dental surgery. We enjoy coming to work. We laugh and have fun. We have been known to have nerf gun fights instead of staff meetings. We work hard but take time to relax and we appreciate that our job is hard. Responsibilities Assist veterinarians during examinations and procedures. Provide compassionate care to animals and support to pet owners. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the clinic and treatment areas. Handle and restrain animals safely during examinations and treatments. Life and hold large pets. Manage front desk duties including scheduling appointments and processing payments. Educate pet owners on proper animal care and post-treatment instructions. Assist with laboratory tests and maintain accurate medical records. Caring for clients and patients on the phone and in person as if they were family and friends. Accurately entering medical information and using the computer and veterinary software program (Ezyvet). Consistently providing exceptional customer service in a positive manner. Displaying legible handwriting and recording of digital information free of spelling, grammatical and calculation errors. Using a professional written and verbal tone in communication. Performing laboratory diagnostic testing, radiographic imaging, surgical monitoring, dental services, client education, nutritional recommendations, prescription refills, blood draws, medication administration. Troubleshooting, handling and following up on problems as they arise. Holding paws during euthanasia and cuddling puppies and kittens also required. Requirements Previous experience in a veterinary clinic or animal care setting preferred. Strong knowledge of veterinary terminology and animal anatomy. Excellent communication skills for interacting with clients and team members. Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately. Basic understanding of aseptic techniques and animal husbandry practices is a plus. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Familiarity with EzyVet is a plus! Our office hours are Monday through Friday 7:30am to 6:00 pm. – yes, you read that correctly – NO

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We are an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. Women-led organization Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups LGBTQ+ friendly workplace Age-inclusive If you are passionate about animal care and want to make a difference in the lives of pets, apply today to join our dedicated team at Signal Mountain Veterinary Clinic!

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$13.00 – $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 28 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Continuing education credits Employee discount Flexible schedule Health savings account Paid time off Uniform allowance

Schedule:

4 hour shift 4×10 5×8 8 hour shift No nights No weekends

Work Location:

In person