South Texas Vet Clinic, a mixed animal practice in Beeville, TX, is searching for a Veterinary Assistant to join our exceptional team. Prior veterinary, humane society, or other animal-related experience is preferred, however, we’re also open to training.
While we are looking to hire a full-time position. Candidates must be available be available to work one Saturday per month, and be on call at least once per month.
Background and experience:
- Highly motivated team players who have excellent communication skills
- Comfortability around a mix of animals (canine, feline, bovine, equine, caprine, porcine)
- Self-starters who can self-direct and move quickly from task to task, while still paying close attention to detail
- Organized individuals who can uphold the cleanliness of the hospital
- Committed to a career in veterinary medicine with interest in growth and ongoing training
- Familiar with (or eager to learn about) the veterinary field (terminology, procedures, medical conditions, etc.)
Responsibilities:
- Assisting in exams
- Client communication and education
- Patient handling and restraint
- Administering vaccines and medications
- Blood draws and IV catheter placement
- Outpatient procedures
- Microscopic evaluation
- Pharmacy duties
- Anesthesia monitoring and surgery assistance
- General cleaning
- Lab work
Full-time benefits:
- Compensation: $14 - $16/hour (based on experience)
- Bonus package: $500 (3+ years of current, consecutive experience)
- Health insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with HSA option)
- Paid time off
- 401k options
- Personal pet discounts
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career growth potential
- And more!
Get to know us:
South Texas Veterinary Clinic is a multi-doctor, mixed animal practice located about an hour from Corpus Christi, Texas. At STVC, our doctors and staff are truly happy—personally and professionally. Our facility underwent a million-dollar renovation, and we provide a positive clinic experience for our patients and their humans. Within our facility you will find an indoor equine treatment center, large animal surgery and recovery rooms, state-of-the-art small animal surgery equipment, anesthetic tech for each procedure, ventilators, full-power equipment for orthopedics, and more! We’re committed to utilizing each team members’ abilities and appreciate a strong work ethic. At South Texas Vet Clinic, we promote a strong sense of teamwork and work hard to ensure our hospital is a positive space for people who love what they do.
If you’re looking to join the STVC team, APPLY TODAY. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4x10
- Rotating weekends
Work Location: In person