Job Title: Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Technician
Location: New Albany, Indiana (Southern Indiana / Louisville Metro Area)
Practice Type: Private, AAHA-Accredited Small Animal Hospital
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Up to $28.00 per hour (Based on Experience)
About Our Hospital
Welcome to Ridgeview Animal Clinic! Located in New Albany, Indiana—just minutes from Louisville, Kentucky—we are a busy, modern, progressive, and fully equipped small animal hospital. We are proudly AAHA-accredited, meaning we hold ourselves to the highest standards in veterinary medicine.
Our team works hard, supports one another, and enjoys what we do. In our welcoming and collaborative environment, exceptional patient care, outstanding client service, and employee success are our top priorities. As a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician, you'll work alongside experienced veterinarians and a compassionate support team while utilizing modern equipment and the latest veterinary technology to provide exceptional care to our patients.
Job Description: What You'll Do (Core Responsibilities)
As a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician, you'll play an essential role in delivering high-quality medical care and ensuring our hospital runs efficiently. Responsibilities include:
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and medical procedures.
- Safely restrain patients and ensure their comfort during treatments.
- Obtain patient histories and accurately document medical records.
- Perform laboratory testing, collect blood, urine, and other diagnostic samples.
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
- Prepare surgical suites, sterilize instruments, and monitor anesthesia (based on experience and credentials).
- Place and maintain intravenous catheters and assist with fluid therapy.
- Take and develop digital radiographs.
- Educate clients on medications, post-operative care, nutrition, and preventative healthcare.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and AAHA-compliant hospital environment.
- Collaborate with doctors and teammates to provide exceptional patient care and client service.
Requirements & Qualifications
We're looking for compassionate, dependable team members who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about animal care.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician in a small animal practice.
- Licensed/Registered Veterinary Technician (LVT/RVT/CVT) preferred but not required for experienced candidates.
- Strong animal handling and restraint skills.
- Excellent communication and client education abilities.
- Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail.
- Positive attitude and willingness to work collaboratively with the veterinary team.
- Comfortable assisting with surgery, anesthesia monitoring, laboratory diagnostics, radiology, and patient nursing care.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals of various sizes.
Benefits & Compensation Package
We believe in taking care of the team that takes care of our patients.
Our benefits include:
- Competitive compensation up to $28.00 per hour, based on experience.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid major holidays.
- Comprehensive Individual Health Insurance.
- Company-paid Life Insurance.
- Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance.
- SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with company match.
- Continuing education opportunities.
- Employee pet care discounts.
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Pay: $18.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
Work Location: In person
