Large Animal Veterinary Assistant

Job Title: Large Animal Veterinary Assistant

Location: Ashland Area Veterinary Clinic

Position Type: Full time (4 days a week)

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking, and compassionate Large Animal Veterinary Assistant to join our field and/or clinic team. You will work closely with our large animal veterinarians to safely restrain livestock (horses, cattle, small ruminants), prepare medical equipment, assist with field procedures, and manage client communications.

We’re a fast-paced mixed animal practice serving the local area for horses, cattle, goats and sheep.

Key Responsibilities

 Animal Handling & Restraint: Safely handle, halter, lead, and restrain large animals (horses,cattle, goats/sheep) during farm calls, exams, floating/dentistry, reproduction work, andsurgeries.

 Procedure Assistance: Assist veterinarians with field and clinic procedures.

 Equipment & Vehicle Maintenance: Maintain clean, stocked, and organized veterinary trucks, portable equipment, and treatment areas; clean and sterilize instruments.

 Sample Handling: Label, process, and package blood, fecal, and tissue samples for in-house or reference lab testing.

 Record Keeping: Accurately log treatments, inventory usage, and patient notes into practice management software.

Qualifications & Requirements

 Experience: [1+ years] of previous large animal handling, farm/barn experience, or veterinary clinic background preferred.

 Physical Stamina: Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, lift heavy objects (up to 50+lbs), and stand or bend for long shifts.

 Soft Skills: Calm and confident demeanor around large livestock; strong situational awareness regarding animal and personal safety.

How to Apply Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with large animals to [email protected].

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 45.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person