Job Description

For over 30 years, our team at Wilkinson Veterinary Clinic has been providing the highest quality of veterinary medicine to South Texas. We are proud to say that we regularly exceed our clients expectations and out-shine our competition. Wilkinson Veterinary Clinic in Premont, TX also has a sister clinic in Alice, TX just 30 minutes away! Both locations offer an almost purely mixed animal practice and routinely work with horses, cattle, cats, dogs, sheep, goats, pigs, deer, various types of exotic game, and even pocket pets. We have also been known to occasionally work with birds and reptiles.

We are proud to offer the latest and most progressive medicine including wellness care, surgery, stem cell therapy, reproductive care, dentistry, digital x-ray, laser therapy, shockwave therapy, plasmon therapy and more! Our 4 veterinarian led support team consists of over 30 dedicated and highly trained staff, many of whom have been with our practice for many years. Our success and family-style culture operate on a set of core values that include, Faith & Family, Respectful Communication, Quality, Responsibility and Accountability.

We are confident if you choose us you will be glad you did and here is why:

1. There is no substitute. Over 35 years of practice has honed Dr. Wilkinson’s expertise and ability to mentor and train.
2.  We really care about our patients and team and we show it with our actions and in our culture.
3. You will always be treated with the highest level of respect.

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Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

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.

Qualifications

We’re looking for:

• 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.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

Pay: Up to $18/hr depending on experience level

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K 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 to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
• *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs 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  .

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