Veterinary Assistant (Experience Preferred)

Animal Care Clinic Inc. is seeking a skilled, dependable Veterinary Assistant to join our growing, multi-location practice. This role is ideal for someone who already has hands-on clinical experience and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative veterinary environment.

If you’re confident in your skills, value teamwork, and want to work in a clinic where your experience is respected and utilized, we’d love to meet you.

About the Role

As a Veterinary Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting veterinarians and technicians by providing efficient, high-quality patient care. You’ll be trusted with hands-on responsibilities that directly impact patient outcomes and clinic flow.

This position is best suited for candidates with prior veterinary clinical experience who are ready to contribute from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely restrain and handle animals during exams, diagnostics, and procedures
• Assist with surgical procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery
• Prepare, clean, and sterilize surgical instruments and packs
• Take radiographs and assist with diagnostic sample collection
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed
• Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes in condition
• Maintain accurate and timely patient medical records
• Prepare and maintain clean, organized exam and treatment areas
• Provide clear, compassionate client communication and education
• Support efficient patient flow and team coordination

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• Prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a clinical setting
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills
• Working knowledge of common veterinary procedures and terminology
• Ability to multitask and stay calm in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred:

• Surgical and/or critical care assistance experience
• Radiology experience
• Experience working across multiple doctors or high-volume clinics

Candidates currently enrolled in a veterinary assistant program may be considered; however, this role is primarily intended for experienced Veterinary Assistants.

Schedule & Locations

• Full-time
• 8-hour shifts
• Weekend and holiday availability as needed
• Must be able to commute to multiple locations, including:
• Horizon Ridge Animal Hospital
• Stephanie Animal Hospital
• Henderson Animal Hospital
• Boulder City Animal Hospital

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts on Services and Products
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for continued professional growth

Why Animal Care Clinic Inc.?

We believe experienced Veterinary Assistants are essential to great medicine. At Animal Care Clinic Inc., you’ll be part of a collaborative team where your skills are valued, your voice is heard, and your growth is supported.

Apply today and join a practice where your experience truly matters.

*Applicants, please note that we will reach out through Indeed messages regarding your application, to not tie up Hospital phone lines. Once we determine interview availability we will then give you a call. Thank you for your understanding.

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of hands-on veterinary assistant experience do you have in a clinical setting?
• This position is for a 5 day/8 hour shift work week: Are there any specific days that you need to be off?
• Why are you interested in starting your veterinary career with Animal Care Clinic Inc.?
• Which best describes your current situation?

Enrolled in a veterinary assistant program;
Recently completed a veterinary assistant program;
Not enrolled but strongly interested in a veterinary career

Ability to Commute:

• Henderson, NV 89012 (Required)

Work Location: In person