Veterinary Assistant at Noble West Animal Hospital

Noble West Animal Hospital is proud to serve Noblesville, IN, and surrounding areas. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly, compassionate service.

We believe in treating every patient as if they were our own pet and giving them the same loving attention and care. We are a group of highly trained, experienced animal lovers who are devoted to giving our patients the best care possible.

The Veterinary Assistant assists the veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine in-house laboratory work, educates clients regarding veterinary care and procedures, and assists with surgical procedures. The ideal candidate is personable, reliable, flexible, works well with others, can work with a team in a professional manner, is a quick learner, is ready and willing to learn how we do things at this clinic!  This job requires some reception work; the ideal candidate is able and willing to cross train. 

Pay: $15.00 p/hr

Shift: Monday - Friday 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Must be able to fill in occasionally for other shifts such as: 10:30 am - 6:00 pm, 9:45 am - 6:00 pm or 7:00 am - 2:00 pm.

Must be able to meet the following dress code: Scrubs only. 

No sweatshirts or hoodies.  No logos on clothing. Must wear close toed appropriate tennis shoes. Tattoos are okay, but not on face/neck. Tattoos must be appropriate for general public to view. Nose or eyebrow facial piercings are ok. Candidates must have natural colored hair, no bright colors or non-natural colors.

We are a no smoking facility.

• Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas.
• Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
• Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
• Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
• Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule and fill in for different shifts as needed
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time/majority of the work shift.
• Must be comfortable working with cats.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 50-60 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 50-60 pounds with assistance
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

• Paid time off
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits or accounts
• Bonus incentive
• Flexible work schedules
• Career and professional development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.