Veterinary Assistant

Whitmire Animal Hospital Dawsonville GA

Pay: Starting at $16/hr -Based on experience

Whitmire Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team! If you enjoy surgery patient care and working alongside a supportive collaborative team wed love to meet you.

Our recently expanded privately owned small animal hospital is home to five full-time veterinarians who are passionate about delivering high-quality medicine and exceptional client service. We are proud to be a multi-year Best of Dawson winner for both Best Veterinary Services and Best Pet Care and were committed to creating an environment where our team members can continue to learn and grow.

As an experienced Veterinary Assistant youll play an important role in supporting our veterinarians and technicians while helping provide excellent care from admission through recovery.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with surgical preparation and patient recovery
• Preparing surgical suites and maintaining sterile technique
• Monitoring patients before and after procedures
• Assisting with anesthesia monitoring under veterinarian or technician supervision
• Collecting patient histories and obtaining vital signs
• Safely restraining patients for examinations and treatments
• Collecting laboratory samples and performing in-house diagnostics
• Taking radiographs
• Filling medications and preparing treatment plans
• Cleaning disinfecting and maintaining exam rooms treatment areas and surgical equipment
• Educating clients on post-operative care medications and preventative health
• Assisting with inventory management and stocking supplies
• Supporting the team during appointments walk-ins and urgent care cases

Were seeking someone who is dependable compassionate and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.

Qualified candidates will have:

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a small animal practice
• Surgical assisting experience required
• Experience preparing patients for surgery and assisting with anesthesia preferred
• Strong patient restraint and animal handling skills
• Experience with laboratory sample collection and diagnostics
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to multitask while maintaining a calm positive attitude
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to support teammates wherever needed

Since opening in 2018 Whitmire Animal Hospital has continued to grow by focusing on compassionate medicine personalized care and lasting relationships with our clients and patients. We believe our people are the foundation of our success and strive to provide a positive workplace where everyone can thrive.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Monthly performance bonus opportunities
• Medical dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Continuing education assistance
• Online learning resources
• Annual scrub allowance
• Employee Assistance Program and mental wellness resources
• Employee discounts on veterinary services
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

If youre an experienced Veterinary Assistant who enjoys surgery values teamwork and is passionate about providing exceptional patient care wed love to hear from you.