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Crestwood Animal Hospital
Veterinary Assistant
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$33,053 / year median in Kentucky
+29% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview:
Are you ready to turn your love for animals into meaningful, hands-on work every day? Crestwood Animal Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant who is excited to be part of a caring, upbeat, and community-focused team in beautiful Crestwood, Kentucky. Here, you'll help pets feel safe, support the people who love them, and work alongside experienced veterinary professionals who are passionate about excellent medicine and compassionate care. If you want a role where your energy, kindness, and dedication truly matter, we would love to welcome you to our Crestwood family! In this exciting role, you will help our team shine by:- Handling and restraining animals with patience, confidence, and gentle care
- Working side by side with doctors and technicians during treatments, diagnostics, and procedures
- Building trust with clients by gathering accurate health histories and keeping documentation thorough
- Keeping treatment and patient areas clean, organized, and welcoming for pets, clients, and teammates
- Helping each day run smoothly by keeping medical supplies stocked, ready, and easy to access
- Growing your skills in a supportive environment where learning, teamwork, and compassion are part of the culture What makes you a great fit:
- Ideally, you bring 2 years of experience in a veterinary clinical setting—but we are happy to train the right person with a positive attitude and a passion for animal care
- You communicate clearly, stay organized, and can juggle multiple priorities with a problem-solving mindset
- You are adaptable, steady under pressure, and comfortable in a fast-changing hospital environment
- You bring patience, positivity, reliability, and a true team-first spirit
- You are detail-oriented and committed to helping every patient receive high-quality, compassionate care
- You are physically able to lift and safely restrain animals up to 40 pounds and stand throughout most of your shift