Treatment Room Veterinary Assistant

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Veterinary Assistant Emergency & General Practice Animal Medical Center | Hattiesburg, MS

Are you a veterinary assistant who loves the thrill of emergency medicine as much as the consistency of general practice? Are you dependable, organized, compassionate, and ready to grow your veterinary skillset in a fast-paced hospital environment?

If so, Animal Medical Center (AMC) in Hattiesburg, Mississippi may be the perfect fit for you.

About Animal Medical Center

Animal Medical Center has proudly served the Hattiesburg community since the 1950s and has provided extended weekday emergency hours and 24-hour weekend emergency care for more than 22 years.

We are a state-of-the-art veterinary hospital committed to practicing GOLD STANDARD medicine while exceeding client expectations. Our services range from preventative and wellness care to advanced ICU, laparoscopic, neurologic, cardiothoracic, orthopedic, and oncologic procedures.

At AMC, no two days are the same. Our team experiences a wide variety of emergency and general practice cases, creating incredible opportunities for continued learning and career growth.

What Youll Do
Veterinary Assistants play a critical role in patient care and hospital operations. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting technicians and veterinarians with patient care
• Providing quality nursing care to hospitalized patients
• Cleaning and disinfecting treatment and kennel areas
• Assisting with patient treatments and orders
• Supporting emergency and overnight care teams
• Helping maintain hospital flow and efficiency
• Communicating compassionately with clients and team members
• Jumping in wherever needed to help the team succeed

This is a hands-on position for someone who takes initiative, works hard, and thrives in a team-oriented environment.

What Were Looking For
We are searching for someone who:

• Is compassionate, dependable, and motivated
• Loves working in a fast-paced veterinary environment
• Wants to continue learning and growing
• Works well with a team and communicates respectfully
• Takes pride in doing things the right way
• Is willing to help wherever needed
• Shares our core values:
  • Respect
  • Integrity
  • Communication
  • Compassion

Experience is preferred, but attitude, work ethic, and willingness to learn matter most.

Primary Schedule

• 2:00 p.m. Midnight (there may be some 4:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. shifts included at times)
• Weekends and holidays required

Full-Time Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation - immediately start accruing (40 hours)
• Paid Holidays
• Sick pay - immediately start accruing (24 hours)
• Holiday pay for holidays worked
• Employee Pet Discount
• Uniform Allowance
• BenefitHub employee discount program
• Pet food discounts through Hills, Royal Canin, and Purina

Who Should Apply This position is a great fit for someone who:

• Enjoys staying busy and working hard
• Wants exposure to both emergency and general practice medicine
• Is eager to grow their veterinary skills
• Handles fast-paced situations calmly and professionally
• Notices what needs to be done without being asked
• Values teamwork and accountability
• Wants to make a real difference for patients, clients, and coworkers

Who Should NOT Apply This position may not be a good fit for someone who:

• Dislikes fast-paced or unpredictable work environments
• Avoids teamwork or communication
• Needs constant direction to stay productive
• Is uncomfortable with emergency or critical care situations
• Does not handle feedback well
• Is unwilling to work weekends or holidays
• Is looking for a clock in and coast type of job

If you are passionate about veterinary medicine, eager to learn, and ready to be part of a team committed to excellence in patient care, we would love to hear from you.

Compensation: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour