Veterinary Assistant jobs in Decatur, AL

Veterinary Assistant prepares treatment room for examination of animals; restrains animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal. Being a Veterinary Assistant requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to be certified/licensed. Additionally, Veterinary Assistant is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision of a veterinarian. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Madison Veterinary Hospital
  • Madison, AL FULL_TIME
  • About This Location:

    Madison Veterinary Hospital has been accredited through American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) for over 15 consecutive years. This accreditation assures you that we meet the highest standards of excellence in our facilities, equipment, staff, and medical protocols.

    Our doctors and technicians aggressively pursue continuing education, learning the most current animal care techniques and veterinary medicine.

    The hospital’s team includes five veterinarians with expertise in the following areas: internal medicine, dermatology, surgery, and advanced dentistry techniques. We have state-of-the-art on-site general and dental diagnostic laboratory and imaging technology and use the latest anesthesia protocols.

    We use LiteCure Laser for acute and chronic needs.

    We look forward to talking to you about joing our family!
    Overview:
    We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing hospital to provide exceptional care to our patients! You will work alongside other skilled Vet Assistants, support our Credentialed Veterinary Technicians and DVMs in the daily flow of the hospital. When you join our organization as a Veterinary Assistant, you gain access to a peer network of over 5000 individuals, 100% tuition reimbursement for accredited Vet Tech programs, and Learning & Development programs to help you meet your career goals.
    Responsibilities / Qualifications:

    Position Skills:

    • Assist DVMs and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, surgical assisting, and pro-actively set up for any procedures or diagnostic tests
    • Restrain animals in a safe, efficient, and caring manner
    • Obtain accurate vitals, obtain medical histories, and/or note any changes of patient’s condition to DVM
    • Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies
    • Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations
    • High quality client communication on patient updates and questions
    Position Requirements:
    • High School diploma or GED certificate
    • Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts
    • Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling
    • Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully
    • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
    Benefits:
    • Pay range of $11.35-$19.50/hour based on experience
    • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
    • Retirement Plan (401k)
    • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
    • Short Term Disability
    • Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
    • SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs
    • Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7
    • Discounted Veterinary Care
    • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
    • A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth
    • Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!
    Our team’s continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8,000 employees nationwide. The organization’s success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #19 on Newsweek’s “Most Loved Workplaces” list in 2022. Additionally, we have ranked among Inc. 5000’s List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022) and the Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021).
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Veterinary Assistant/Technician
  • Countryside Veterinary Hospital
  • Toney, AL FULL_TIME
  • Countryside Veterinary Hospital is a fast-paced hospital located in Toney, AL. We offer comprehensive veterinary services as well as daycare, boarding, grooming, and retail sales. We have a premier fa...
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Emergency Veterinary Assistant
  • Ethos Veterinary Health
  • Madison, AL FULL_TIME
  • North Alabama Veterinary Emergency & Specialty is hiring experienced Veterinary Technicians to join our expanding Emergency Department. About Us: BRAND NEW LOCATION – come be a part of breaking in our...
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Kennel Assistant- Animal Tracks Veterinary Hospital
  • Animal Tracks Veterinary Hospital
  • Decatur, AL FULL_TIME
  • We are looking to expand our team! We are seeking a positive, self-motivated team member to fill a full-time position in our kennel. We currently have 3 LVTs on our team who are passionate about teach...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Petco
  • Decatur, AL FULL_TIME
  • Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbei...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Veterinary Assistant
  • PetVet Care Centers
  • Madison, AL FULL_TIME
  • PetVet Care Centers, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000...
  • 23 Days Ago

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5 months ago PT Sales Associate Huntsville, AL Pet Depot Stores
  • Pet Depot LLC
  • Huntsville, AL
  • **Job Summary:** Assist customers in their pet car needs and properly complete tasks as assigned. Ensure Pet Depots miss...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Caregiver/CNA: PRN, 1st or 2nd Shift
  • Vitality Senior Living
  • Huntsville, AL
  • As a Vitality Personal Care Specialist, you will •Assist residents with daily life activities as indicated in service pl...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse - RN
  • Genesis Healthcare
  • Decatur, AL
  • Benefits*Nursing Student Loan Debt Repayment and Tuition Assistance*Variable compensation plans*Health, Dental, Vision, ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Genesis Healthcare
  • Decatur, AL
  • Benefits*Nursing Student Loan Debt Repayment and Tuition Assistance*Variable compensation plans*Tuition, Travel, and Wir...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Mobile Dog Grooming Dispatcher
  • Aussie Pet Mobile
  • Huntsville, AL
  • Company Overview Aussie Pet Mobile is a fast-growing mobile pet grooming service and we are looking to add an energetic,...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA
  • Brookdale at Home
  • Huntsville, AL
  • Overview: Voted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Early Access to Paycheck with ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Customer Engagement Manager>
  • PetSmart, Inc.
  • Decatur, AL
  • PetSmart, Inc. - 1241 Point Malark Pkwy [Department Supervisor] As a Customer Engagement Manager at PetSmart, Inc., you'...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Store General Manager
  • Petco
  • Madison, AL
  • Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an e...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

The Tennessee River has traditionally been the northern border of the city and Morgan County, but a small portion of the city extends across the river into Limestone County between U.S. 31 and I-65. Major bodies of water in the city include Wheeler Lake, Flint Creek, Lake Morgan, and Chula Vista Lake, all estuaries of the Tennessee River. The city does extend to the other side of Flint Creek and the Refuge in the Indian Hills and Burningtree subdivision areas. There is also an inlet that extends one mile (2 km) into the city limits from Wheeler Lake called Dry Branch.[citation needed] The nort...
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Income Estimation for Veterinary Assistant jobs
$25,283 to $37,290
Decatur, Alabama area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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