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Veterinary Assistant
Job Location:
Job Location:
Huntington, WV - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 18 - 20
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
2 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Join our amazing team as our newest Veterinary Assistant!
We strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment for both pets and their ownerswhether theyre here for routine care or during times of illness. This position offers room for professional growth with opportunities to advance into roles such as veterinary technician specialty medicine or even pursue future management positions. Our clinic operates six days a week from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM and our close-knit team allows for strong lasting relationships with clients and their animals.
Key Requirements:
- Ability to multitask efficiently across responsibilities such as answering phones assisting in exam rooms and filling prescriptions
- Comfortable handling animals of all breeds and sizes
- Proficient in both computer use and phone communication
- Strong customer service skills and the ability to interact warmly and professionally with clients
Looking to fill the following shifts:
- Fri. 8am-6pm
- Sat. 8am-12pm
**If interested and willing to learn we will train the right candidate**
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Restraining a variety of canines and felines for the doctors and technicians
- Cleaning (Sweeping Mopping cages dishes garbage exam rooms treatment area etc.)
- Administering oral medications
- Documentation of general well-being of patients during intake
- Preparing surgical material in coordination with the surgical handbook (ensure materials are sterilized and prepared for procedures)
- Assisting LVTs with TPRs & blood pressures.
- Capturing various types of radiographs including but not limited to the thorax and abdominal views
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
- Organized
- Works well with others
- Able to follow directions
- Able to work quickly and efficiently
- Neat clean and adheres to West Hills North uniform
- Individuals with extreme willingness to learn and with great love for animals
- 1 year of general practice or emergency veterinary experience
- Must be able to stand lift and do work duties for a minimum of 8 hours
- Lifting of large boxes dog food and a variety of canine and feline species up to 50 lbs
- Ability to write neatly communicate well with others attend staff meetings and adhere to training programs
- Own transportation
Benefits
- Competitive Salary ($18.50-20/hour)
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedules
- 401K with company match
- Career development and training
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
We handle the day-to-day business operations while you provide excellent medical care. Join a veterinary family that cares about your happiness and success.
