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Description & Requirements
Veterinary Assistant
Full-Time or Part-Time | Moss Bluff (Lake Charles), LA
Looking for a Veterinary Assistant job near Lake Charles, LA where you can put your experience to work, continue growing your technical skills, and be part of a close-knit team?
Animal Medical Center of Moss Bluff is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing small animal practice. If you have at least one year of hands-on experience in a veterinary hospital and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we'd love to meet you.
About Animal Medical Center of Moss Bluff
- Modern veterinary hospital rebuilt in 2023
- Small animal practice caring for dogs and cats
- Collaborative team with a family-oriented culture
- Experienced leadership with a hospital manager who has led the team for over 15 years
- Supportive environment where experienced assistants are trusted to utilize their skills
We're proud of the culture we've built. Our team works hard, supports one another, and truly enjoys working together.
What You'll Do
As an experienced Veterinary Assistant, you'll play an active role in patient care by:
- Assisting veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, and treatments
- Collecting patient histories and obtaining vital signs
- Safely restraining patients during examinations and procedures
- Performing laboratory diagnostics and preparing samples
- Taking digital radiographs
- Assisting with hospitalized patient care and treatments
- Preparing exam rooms and supporting daily appointments
- Monitoring patients throughout the day and communicating with clients
- Maintaining accurate medical records
- Supporting surgery and dental procedures as your skills continue to develop
Our assistants work closely with one doctor throughout the day, becoming an important part of the patient experience from check-in through discharge.
What We're Looking For
- Minimum one year of veterinary hospital experience required
- Previous Veterinary Assistant experience required
- Strong restraint and animal handling skills
- Working knowledge of veterinary terminology, medications, and clinical procedures
- Positive attitude with a willingness to jump in wherever needed
- Dependable attendance and strong communication skills
- Passion for high-quality patient care and teamwork
Schedule
- Full-Time or Part-Time opportunities available
- Monday-Friday only
- No weekends
- Typical schedule:
- Arrival time: 7:20 AM
- Hospital hours: 7:30 AM-5:00 PM
- One-hour lunch
- Most team members work five days per week with one half day
Benefits
Eligible full-time team members receive:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Employee pet discounts after 90-day probation
- Three sets of scrubs provided
- Continuing education opportunities
- Supportive leadership and opportunities to continue developing your technical skills
Why Join Animal Medical Center of Moss Bluff?
This is an exciting time to join our hospital.
Our beautiful new facility, supportive leadership team, and collaborative culture make this an excellent opportunity for an experienced veterinary assistant looking to continue growing in the profession.
If you're searching for a Veterinary Assistant job near Lake Charles, LA where you'll be valued, challenged, and supported by a team that truly cares about one another, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of our growing team!