Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Tennessee

A Veterinary Assistant plays an integral role in the veterinary industry by providing essential support to Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians. They are responsible for a wide range of tasks including maintaining medical records, cleaning and sanitizing animal cages, providing post-operative care, preparing samples for laboratory examinations, feeding and bathing animals, and assisting during patient examinations. Veterinarian Assistants often communicate with pet owners, so strong interpersonal and communication skills are paramount. Knowledge of animal behavior and medical terminology is also vital.

Before becoming a Veterinary Assistant, a person could have roles such as an Animal Caretaker, Pet Groomer, or Kennel Attendant. These roles provide valuable experience in handling and caring for animals. It's not mandatory, but advantageous to have a certificate or diploma in Veterinary Assistance. These programs usually cover anatomy, animal behavior, and veterinary office practices, and are typically completed in a year or less. A certification like the Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA) designation is recognized by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA), and can enhance employment prospects.

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To learn more about us, click here:      Job Description Veterinary Assistant - Responsibilities Include: Restraining animals safely and compassionately Triage of incoming patients and assisting in...

Proficiency in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring skills are a bonus!...

Veterinary Assistant (Entry-level)

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 1 hour ago

Position Overview : The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients...

Urgent Care Senior Veterinary Assistant

  • Hendersonville, TN
  • 20 hours ago
  • Hendersonville, TN
  • 20 hours ago

Our clinic is seeking a Full-time Senior Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care, team leadership, and client service in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art urgent care clinic....

Urgent Care Veterinary Assistant

  • Hendersonville, TN
  • 20 hours ago
  • Hendersonville, TN
  • 20 hours ago

Our clinic is seeking a Full-time Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care, team leadership, and client service in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art urgent care clinic....

Veterinary Assistant

  • Arlington, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, TN
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a veterinary assistant to join our team at Brown Dog Lodge The right candidate must be friendly, outgoing and people oriented....

Veterinary Assistant / Customer Service Representative (Part-time)

  • Memphis, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 5 days ago

Position Overview : The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients...

Veterinary Assistant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 5 days ago

PetMedic Urgent Care Vet Clinic is looking to add compassionate and skilled Veterinary Assistant to our team. At PetMedic, you can help shape the exciting new world of veterinary urgent care....

Veterinary Assistant

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 6 days ago

Position Overview : The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients...

Veterinary Assistant

  • Cleveland, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 6 days ago

Please, check out our website at www.tayloranimalhospital.com The ideal TAH Veterinary Assistant : Experience in a small animal general practice setting is ideal, but the skills and experience can be...

Medical Assistant - CVT - Tennova Heart Turkey Creek

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 days ago

As a Medical Assistant at Tennova Medical Group youll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients. Our full-time employees enjoy a robust...

Veterinary Assistant

  • Livingston, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Livingston, TN
  • 7 days ago

Location: 3207 Cookeville Hwy, Livingston, TN 38570 VCA Ragland & Riley Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our hospital!...

Veterinary Assistant (Part-time)

  • Memphis, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 11 days ago

Position Overview : The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients...

Veterinary Assistant

  • Memphis, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 11 days ago

Veterinary Assistant The Pet Hospitals, Downtown More than a word, care is present in everything you do....

Veterinary Assistant

  • Harrogate, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Harrogate, TN
  • 11 days ago

Veterinary Assistant Department DeBusk Vet Teaching Center Position Category Staff Full Time Job Description The Veterinary Assistant will assist with animal care and clinical skill lab preparation...

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Veterinary Assistant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Antimicrobial Stewardship in Veterinary Practice
Vets and human health professionals both have a responsibility to address the challenge of antimicrobial stewardship. Veterinary nurses, surgeons and pharmacists need the skills to prescribe...
Virtual Work Experience and Exploring the Veterinary Profession
The COVID-19 pandemic means that many potential vet students cannot undertake animal handling work experience. On this course, youll get insight into the reality of life as a vet so that you can...
Veterinary Support Assistant Training
As an essential member of the veterinary team, a veterinary support assistant (VSA) helps veterinarians and other veterinary professionals with their daily duties. They handle administrative...

Salary for Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Tennessee

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireVeterinary research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinary Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

Veterinary Assistants in Tennessee offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
High School or GED
26.0%
Associate's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.5%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Some College
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some High School
1.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Assistants in Tennessee
Less than 1 year
43.4%
None
35.2%
4-6 years
9.7%
2-4 years
8.8%
1-2 years
2.9%


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