Veterinary Assistant - Jefferson Animal Clinic

Jefferson Animal Clinic Purpose: To be the best practice possible that creates professional bonds with our clients that allow us to deliver the highest quality care in a high energy, fun, friendly, and profitable manner that results in optimum patient health & longevity, clients that are very satisfied and referring others in abundance to us, and our staff and their families doing very well in their lives. We encourage our team to learn and grow in the field as well as in their personal lives. The purpose statement of Jefferson Animal Clinic is embraced by all of our teammates and it is something we live by.

We are looking for a wonderful addition to our fun and friendly team. If you think you can hang with us hot
dawgs then send us your resume highlighting your ability to provide valuable veterinary care with a caring,
committed team.
You are invited to view our website to learn more about the services we provide
(www.jeffersonanimal.com) and read what our clients have to say about us on our Jefferson Animal
Clinic Facebook.
You will see our clients are happy with the service they receive, and our team is solid, most of them
working together for years. We are proud of our team, supporting them in personal and professional
development. Our veterinarians understand the expertise the support staff brings to the table and
leverage their skills in providing the best care possible to the patients and clients we serve.

Your expertise will be leveraged in:

 Creating rapport with clients and patients
 Communication with clients regarding medical appointments
 Veterinary dentistry monitoring and charting
 Client education in nutrition, wellness and growing strong relationships
 Anesthesia monitoring
 Surgical prep and assistance
 In-patient care
 Out-patient care
 Laser Therapy
 Client education in pet wellness to include vaccine protocols
 Laboratory sample processing
 Drug log maintenance
 Prescription processing
 Client/Patient medical file maintenance using our paperless computer system

Role Responsibilities/Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Assist DVMs and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, surgical assisting, and pro-actively set up for any procedures or diagnostic tests
• Restrain animals in a safe, efficient, and caring manner
• Obtain accurate vitals, obtain medical histories, and/or note any changes of patient’s condition to DVM
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies
• Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations
• High quality client communication on patient updates and questions
  

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED certificate 
• Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts
• Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling
• Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
  

Your Benefits

• Pay range of $17.00 - $23.00/hour, based on experience
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) 
• Short Term Disability 
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Teladoc - FREE doctor access 24/7
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• A large network of over 10,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth 
• Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!
  
  

Vet Tech Pathways
We believe in supporting your journey to becoming a Credentialed Veterinary Technician. For eligible teammates, we cover the costs for you to earn your credentials, opening up numerous career opportunities. Whether you’re interested in deepening your clinical skills, exploring a specialty, or advancing into leadership, our program empowers you to shape your path. With a range of learning and development resources, you can focus on what excites you most, knowing that we’ve got your back every step of the way. Your future is in your hands, and we’re here to help you achieve it. At SVP, your path is yours to create.

About Southern Veterinary Partners

Southern Veterinary Partners is a veterinarian-owned and managed network of animal hospitals with the common mission of providing best-in-class veterinary care with exceptional client experiences. We’re based in Birmingham, AL, but the heartbeat of our organization lives within the dedicated teams in our 400+ local animal hospitals across 26 states. We were proudly certified in 2024 as a Most Loved Workplace® in ten categories: LGBTQ+, Diversity, Women, CEO, Career Advancement, Veterans, Volunteering, Parents & Caregivers, Wellness, & Young Professionals.

At SVP, our WAG values—Work Together, Amaze, and Grow—drive our culture of meaningful partnerships. Collaboration and respect are the foundation of our success, enabling us to uncover solutions and opportunities that elevate the team and ensure everyone has the support they need to excel and have fun. Our mission is to amaze clients with exceptional veterinary care and personalized experiences while inspiring teammates to go the extra mile, always finding ways to say “yes” and treating others as we would like to be treated. We constantly seek to improve, proactively pursuing knowledge, new client engagement methods, and leadership development, making it more than just a job, but a career.

Our team’s continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 10,000 teammates nationwide. The organization’s success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #11 on Newsweek’s “Most Loved Workplaces” list in 2024 and 2024-2025 U.S. News Best Companies to Work For Awards.

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Southern Veterinary Partners (SVP) is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and teammates. We make employment decisions based on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification. This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, compensation, and benefits.