Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Find Fulfillment in Veterinary Medicine - With the Work-Life Balance You Deserve! Crestwood Animal Hospital is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team in Crestwood, KY , just outside of Louisville. At Crestwood, we combine exceptional pet care with a supportive and balanced work environment. Our team enjoys a 4-day workweek, no overnight shifts and no Sunday hours - so you can build a meaningful career without sacrificing your personal time. Our AAHA-accredited hospital offers innovative diagnostics and tools, including ultrasound, therapeutic laser and digital radiography. You'll have opportunities to expand your medical knowledge and develop your skills alongside experienced professionals. In addition to general services, we have a high caseload of exotics and offer acupuncture and rehabilitation - allowing us to provide a full spectrum of care for the pets in our community. At Crestwood, we're committed to compassionate, top-notch care - and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where both pets and people feel appreciated.

What You'll Do:

Assist veterinarians and technicians in providing medical treatments, diagnostics, and procedures Safely handle and restrain animals during examinations and procedures Maintain accurate medical records and assist with client communication Provide compassionate care and support to clients Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment and patient areas Continually advance your knowledge base and skill set

What We're Looking For:

At least 2 years of experience in a veterinary or animal care setting, preferred Strong communication and organizational skills A positive attitude and commitment to providing excellent patient care Ability to work well in a team and handle stressful situations in a calm manner Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-changing environment

What We Offer:

PTO inclusive of sick, personal, and vacation 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance Plans with multiple options Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Complimentary Life Insurance $25,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace) Long-Term Disability option Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support (up to $10,000) Employee Discounts for Pet Care Referral Bonus Program DailyPay on Demand We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love. United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.