Veterinary Assistant Full-Time

About Us: As one of the few private, family-owned small animal clinics in Tuscaloosa, AL, we place a high emphasis on workplace culture, proven processes, and core values in order to provide the best patient care. In 2017 Dr. Collins purchased McLendon Vet from Dr. McLendon, whose bustling practice was well known for his personal care. Client demand quickly outgrew the two exam rooms, so in 2020 Dr. Collins transformed the previous building into a 4800 sq. foot clinic with: 5 exam rooms, treatment area, x-ray, surgery suite, cat condo boarding, isolation ward, staff room, admin room, staff training space, and bullpen workspace for our DVMs. Less than a mile from the University of Alabama, our clinic is well known with new and long-term residents. Our fast-paced, three doctor clinic sees many walk-in patients daily and seeks professional, knowledgeable candidates to contribute to our practice.

To apply:

Submit an application online

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Recognizes and contributes to the culture and teamwork of our clinic

Task oriented with a positive attitude

Excellent verbal communication

Effective at reading, comprehending, and implementing written and verbal protocols

Strong initiative in performing tasks in adherence with clinic processes

Self-motivation in learning new skills or tasks

Capable of learning new computer programs

Ability to learn and properly use laboratory and X-Ray equipment

Strong ethical boundaries to maintain a professional work environment

Capable of multi-tasking under busy circumstances and prioritizing daily tasks and patient flow

Cleanliness during patient visits and able to follow routine daily cleaning tasks

Technician skills including but not limited to:

• Comfortable around pets and able to hold animals properly for examination
• Monitor patients under anesthesia
• Assist with surgical prep
• Perform dental scaling and polishing
• IV catheter placement
• Read intestinal parasite screens
• Collect and run blood for labs
• Administer vaccinations and injections
• Documenting proper charges for patient visits
• Understanding of medications available and capable of filling Rx prescribed by DVMs
• Strong math skills to calculate and deliver correct dosages
• Knowledge and proper use of veterinary terminology

Education and Experience/Qualifications:

High School Degree or equivalent required

Bachelor’s degree (4 year undergraduate degree preferred)

Experience in a veterinary technician role (preferred)

Active Veterinary Technician License (preferred)

Veterinary Medicine field required

Please note we review personal social media activity for professionalism.

Compensation:

$14-$20 per hour based on experience or licensure

Health Insurance, 401(k) for FT, waiting periods apply

Employee discounts

Schedule:

Available between 7:00 and 5:30 pm/until close Monday through Friday and 7:00 am to 11:00 am/until close on Saturdays. Alternating weekend shifts required (overtime probable). One scheduled weekday off per week.

About McLendon Veterinary Clinic

As one of the few private, family-owned small animal clinics in town, we place a high emphasis on workplace culture, proven processes, and core values in order to provide the best patient care. In 2017 Dr. Collins purchased McLendon Vet from Dr. McLendon, whose bustling practice was well known for his personal care. Client demand quickly outgrew the two exam rooms, so in 2020 Dr. Collins transformed the previous building into a 4800 sq. foot clinic with: 5 exam rooms, treatment area, x-ray, surgery suite, cat condo boarding, isolation ward, staff room, admin room, staff training space, and bullpen workspace for our DVMs. Less than a mile from the University of Alabama, our clinic is well known with new and long-term residents. Our fast-paced, three doctor clinic sees many walk-in patients daily and seeks professional, knowledgeable candidates to contribute to our practice.