Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Company Description

Companion Animal Medical Center is a trusted veterinary practice located in Shreveport, LA, proudly serving the surrounding areas. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional veterinary care with a focus on compassion and quality. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including wellness care appointments, surgery, ultrasound, radiology, and specialized rehabilitation services such as therapeutic laser and neuromuscular electrical stimulation. Additionally, we provide convenient boarding options for your pets and an online pharmacy for easy prescription fulfillment.

At Companion Animal Medical Center, we strive to ensure the health and well‑being of your furry companions, every step of the way.

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands‑on, interactive training and continuing development.

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1‑year experience preferred.
• Compassionate, calm, team player, multi‑tasker, and strong communicator.
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus.
• Self‑starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Pay: $15‑20/hr depending on experience.

• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401(k) & 401(k) matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid vacation and sick time for all employees.
• Paid bereavement program.
• Paid parental leave program.
• Competitive compensation.
• Continuing education allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles).
• Tuition assistance program.
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM partnership through Penn Foster.
• Career development opportunities.
• Referral bonus program for most positions.
• Additional benefits may also be available (i.e. personal pet discounts, holiday pay, uniform allowance, bonuses etc).
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent on authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
• * Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full‑time employment status versus part‑time status.
• For additional details including our full equal‑opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit .

Not applicable.

Full‑time.

Health Care Provider.

Veterinary Services, Medical Practices, and Hospitals and Health Care.