Company DescriptionEllison Drive Animal Hospital has been caring for the pets and families of San Antonio, TX, for more than 20 years. We're proud to provide comprehensive veterinary care in a welcoming environment where pets receive compassionate, personalized attention from a team that genuinely cares about what they do.

As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting our veterinarians and veterinary technicians while helping create a positive experience for both our patients and their families. Our hospital provides a variety of veterinary services, including wellness and routine care, surgery, grooming, and boarding, giving you the opportunity to build and expand your veterinary skills in a diverse setting.

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Job DescriptionWhat You'll DoAs part of our veterinary team, your day may include:

Safely restraining patients for veterinary examinations and proceduresTriaging incoming patients and assisting with patient assessmentsCollecting and processing laboratory samplesAssisting with diagnostic imaging and radiographsProviding nursing care and monitoring hospitalized patients with varying levels of stabilityAdministering medications as directed by the veterinary teamObtaining medical histories and communicating with clients about treatment plansPreparing patients for surgery and assisting with surgical proceduresSupporting anesthesia monitoring and patient recoveryMaintaining a clean, organized, and safe veterinary environmentNo two days are exactly alike in veterinary medicine, and this role is a great fit for someone who enjoys staying active, learning new skills, and working closely with a collaborative team.

QualificationsWhat We're Looking ForWe're looking for a compassionate, dependable Veterinary Assistant who enjoys working with both people and pets. Previous veterinary experience is preferred, with at least one year of experience being a plus.

The ideal candidate is:

Calm, compassionate, and comfortable working with a variety of animalsA strong team player and communicatorComfortable properly restraining petsAble to multitask and prioritize in a busy veterinary settingA self-starter who takes initiative and enjoys learningFamiliar with sample collection, obtaining medical histories, laboratory testing, and radiographsExperienced with anesthesia monitoring or other advanced veterinary skills is a bonusGrow Your Veterinary Career With UsWhether you're looking to become a master of your current role or hoping to take the next step in your veterinary career, we want to support your growth. You'll have access to a variety of virtual and hands-on training opportunities designed to help you build confidence, strengthen your veterinary knowledge, and continue developing your skills.

Working in veterinary medicine can be rewarding, but it can also be physically and emotionally demanding. This position requires the ability to work around unpleasant odors and noises and may involve exposure to animal bites, scratches, waste, and potentially contagious diseases.

If you're ready to join a supportive veterinary team that values compassion, teamwork, professional growth, and exceptional patient care, Ellison Drive Animal Hospital would love to meet you. Apply today and help us continue making a difference for the pets and families of San Antonio!

Additional InformationWe offer our staff:

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL EmployeesPaid Bereavement ProgramPaid Parental Leave ProgramCompetitive CompensationContinuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology ProgramCareer Development OpportunitiesReferral Bonus Program for most positions!

Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.

•Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.