Veterinary Assistant

Springhurst Animal Hospital is growing, and we would love to welcome a caring Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to our team. If you are compassionate, dependable, and excited to make a meaningful difference for pets and the people who love them, this could be a wonderful fit for you. Our team is passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care in a warm, supportive environment where both pets and team members feel valued.

We are looking for an experienced, people-oriented team member who enjoys client communication, patient care, and working closely with veterinarians and fellow team members. The ideal candidate has experience with hands-on patient care, including surgical assisting, lab work, treatments, blood collection, IV catheter placement, dentistry, and related technician or assistant responsibilities. Most importantly, we are looking for someone who brings kindness, patience, and a positive attitude to every pet, client, and coworker interaction.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

● Deliver exceptional, compassionate nursing care to patients utilizing a variety of technical skills, including diagnostic sample collection, catheter placement, venipuncture, radiography, dental radiology, and prophylactic cleanings

● Support veterinarians to ensure exceptional veterinary care during preventative, injury and illness visits

● Advocate for patients with compassion and help educate clients with warmth and understanding

● Assist with patient procedures and surgeries, including anesthetic induction and monitoring, pre and post-operative patient care, surgical suite, instrument, and equipment care

● Obtain health history from clients and ensure documentation is accurate and complete within the electronic medical record

● Willingness to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members

● Constantly advance your knowledgebase and skill set

Skills and Qualifications:

● Minimum 1 (one) year professional experience in small animal clinical setting as a technician/assistant required

● Superior technical knowledge and skills

● Proficient in medical math calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, conversions, etc.)

● Excellent communication skills with clients and team members

● Proficient time management, ability to problem solve, learn, and handle multiple tasks

● Enthusiastic team player with a patient, caring, and positive professional attitude

● Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 40 pounds, and work on feet most of the day

● Must have the ability to adjust to changes in the environment and able to handle stress in a calm manner

● Must be supportive of the team, patient with pets and clients, and committed to maintaining a positive attitude

● Must be detail oriented due to the high level of quality medicine

Benefits and Perks:

● Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options, all starting first of the month following date of hire

● 401K with company match

● Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options included

● Long Term Disability options

● Short Term Disability, paid for by employer

● Complimentary Life Insurance $15,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family

● Personal Pet Discounts

● PTO and Paid Holidays

● Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

At Springhurst Animal Hospital, we are proud to serve pets and families throughout the Louisville, KY area. Since opening our doors in 1999, we have continued to grow while staying focused on compassionate care, trusted relationships, and excellent veterinary medicine. Our qualified team of pet professionals cares deeply about every patient’s needs, and our state-of-the-art technology helps us provide reliable, high-quality service. If you are looking for a rewarding career with a team that truly cares, we would love to hear from you. Please send a cover letter and resume to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Louisville, KY 40241: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17