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.
Henderson, NV Job Details Full-time $15 - $18 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Customer communication High school diploma or
GED Full Job Description Description:
Location:
Seven Hills Pet Hospital, Henderson, NV Position Type:
Full-Time About Us We're a compassionate, energetic, and client-focused veterinary practice dedicated to providing exceptional care to pets and outstanding support to the people who love them. Our team is collaborative, upbeat, and committed to creating a positive work environment where everyone can grow and thrive. We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who shares our passion for animals and teamwork. What You'll Do As an integral part of our medical team, you will: Assist veterinarians with exams, procedures, and treatments Safely handle and restrain animals of all sizes and temperaments Prepare and maintain exam rooms, surgical suites, and equipment Perform basic lab tests (fecals, urinalysis, blood draws depending on state rules) Administer medications and treatments as directed Monitor patients during recovery or hospitalization Maintain accurate medical records and support front-office flow as needed Provide excellent client communication, education, and service Contribute to a clean, organized, and safe clinic environment What We're Looking For 1-2+ years of experience as a veterinary assistant (or equivalent skills) Strong animal handling and restraint skills Familiarity with common veterinary procedures, medications, and diagnostics Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Compassion, patience, and a positive, team-centered attitude Excellent communication and customer service skills Willingness to learn and support colleagues Why You'll Love Working With Us Supportive, fun, and inclusive team culture Opportunities for continuing education and skill growth Health, dental and vision insurance with company contribution Competitive compensation based on experience, $15-18/hour 401(k) with company matching Employee pet care discounts A workplace that truly values your contributions
Requirements:
DUCATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma VA certification preferred, but not required Relevant experience as a veterinary assistant
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS PHYSICAL EFFORT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to hazards associated with aggressive patients; hazards associated with infected animals and controlled substances; exposure to unpleasant odors and noises; exposure to bites, scratches and animal wastes; possible exposure to contagious diseases. Will be exposed to potentially hazardous or unpleasant materials, including: blood, urine, feces, and vomit (at least 50% of the time); anesthetic gases (25% of the time); cleaning materials (90% of the time); medical sharps (90% of the time); radiographic exposure (25% of the time), exposure to therapy laser (10-15% of the time), and zoonotic diseases (less than 10% of the time)
