Veterinary Assistant

St. Matthews Animal Clinic

Louisville, KY

Vision , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

St. Matthews Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing family. Our Veterinary Assistants are valuable members of our medical teams and play a crucial role in patient care and client service. You will work closely with doctors and technicians to increase efficiency within our hospital as well as the level of care we provide as a team. Come thrive in an environment that encourages learning and continued growth within the profession.

St. Matthews Animal Clinic is an AAHA-accredited, full-service, 3-doctor practice is located in the heart of St. Matthews, KY. Our veterinary team is dedicated and well-trained, with a focus on client education to enhance the well-being of their furry family members. Looking to advance and grow your skills? As a Veterinary Assistant at our hospital, you'll have access to digital radiography, dental radiography, a full in-house laboratory, CO2 laser, therapeutic laser, and even Stem Cell therapy.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Animal handling and restraint
Assist doctors and technicians with medical treatments, diagnostic tests, and procedures
Obtain health history from clients and ensure documentation is accurate and complete within the electronic medical record
Maintain cleanliness of treatment and patient areas
Restock and organize medical supplies
Constantly advance your knowledgebase and skill set

Skills and Qualifications:

2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting as a veterinary assistant
Excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve and handle multiple tasks
Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks effectively.
A team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude.
Strong passion for animals and their well-being.

What we offer:

Mental Health and Wellness Support including:

Free access to counseling
Meditation and mindfulness programs
Well-being ambassadors

Growth Opportunities - Advancement opportunities including leadership and training roles
Opportunity for Fear Free certification and Recover CPR training
Continuing Education Allowance
Short Term Disability paid for by employer
Complimentary Life Insurance $25,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
UMR Insurance Plans with multiple options including vision and dental care plans
Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options
Long Term Disability option
Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support (up to $10,000)
Team Member Discounts for Pet Care
Generous paid time off plus 6 paid holidays a year
Consistent schedule that allows for a healthy work/life balance

If you are looking for a hospital that will support your veterinary career, make sure to check us out!

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.