Veterinary Assistant/Technician

What makes us different:

- closed on weekends

- close at 4 in fall/winter, 5pm in summer

- extended time off during christmas holiday

- clinic bonuses to every employee

- low employee turnover

- LOCALLY OWNED

Job Overview
At Smoky Mountain Animal Clinic, we provide quality veterinary services for Cats and Dogs – offering routine wellness & preventative care, along with multiple surgical & dental procedures. Our dedicated team is here to ensure our patients’ health and happiness every step of the way.

We are a locally owned Veterinary Clinic, we pride ourselves on fostering a caring, trustworthy, and fear-free environment for both our clients and their pets. We believe in Transparency and compassion in everything we do. Open communication with our clients is important, ensuring they feel informed and comfortable with every step of their pets’ care. Treating every animal as if they were our own, and giving our clients easy access care, offering options for treatment to work with their lifestyle while also providing their pets with quality medicine.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on both pets’ and their owners’ lives in a supportive, team-oriented environment, we’d love to have you join us!
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Responsibilities

• Basic Skills & Qualifications: Vet Assistant
• Strong work ethic / Team-oriented work environment.
• Empathy and Compassion / Positive attitude / Patience: demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism with co-workers, clients, and patients.
• Client communication and education towards their pet’s care.
• Ability to document patient information accurately in medical records.
• Willingness to learn / grow.
• Ability to communicate with team members / listen, receive and follow directions.
• Ability to communicate with owners during intake exam questions and discuss financial boundaries and various care options.
• Basic animal handling / restraint – able to work on the floor with patients – We practice low stress handling for our patients, handling all animals safely for yourself, the patient, and your team members.
• Obtain blood and stool samples, IV catheter placement, prepare prescriptions, monitoring vitals, assist with surgical procedures (operating equipment, running in-house lab work, x-rays, monitors, etc.), and patient care (feedings, walking, bathing).
• Assist in euthanasia procedures.
• Advanced Tech Skills: Dental Cleanings, Intubation, Anesthesia induction, bandaging, wound care, and aseptic surgical assistance.
• Follow proper safety protocols.
• Adaptable to calm or fast paced work environment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the clinic.
• Basic computer skills - we use Avimark Veterinary Software, a mobile app for client appointments and rewards, an online pharmacy, and Facebook page messaging. We also regularly utilize adobe pdf, Microsoft word and excel.

Experience
Candidates should possess the following skills or experiences:

• Knowledge of veterinary terminology to effectively communicate within the team.
• Familiarity with animal husbandry practices to ensure optimal care for pets.
• Experience in dog training or handling techniques is a plus.
• Ability to perform basic animal restraint techniques safely.
• Previous is preferred but not required.

Additional Perks & Information

Full Time Licensed Vet Techs would also receive assistance with licensing fees, CE fees, and liability insurance.

Discounts for personal pets & discounted pet food programs.

Bonuses are distributed to team members after monthly or quarterly goals are achieved.

Occasional group outings are offered (never mandatory) like Kayaking trips or Painting nights (with our without a twist). Annual Christmas bonuses and gingerbread decorating party.

Available after 60-90 days employment: Dental, vision and Health insurance with HSA

If you are passionate about animal welfare and eager to contribute to a dynamic veterinary team, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Veterinary Assistant.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Seymour, TN 37865 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $25