Job Description

Join Our Growing Team at Labahn Veterinary Hospital!

At  Labahn Veterinary Hospital , we’ve been proudly serving Fort Smith, AR, and the surrounding communities since 1946 — and we’re just getting started! Rooted in a tradition of excellence and compassion, we’re passionate about nurturing the human-animal bond and delivering outstanding, progressive veterinary care.

Our team of three dedicated veterinarians practices cutting-edge medicine focused on companion animals, offering services like Preventative Care, Surgery, Urgent Care, In-House Diagnostics, Digital X-Ray, Laser Therapy, and more. With a collaborative spirit and commitment to continual learning, we create an environment where both pets  and  people thrive.

And we’re growing! We're excited to be expanding our team with the addition of a new doctor this summer — and we’re looking for passionate professionals who want to grow with us. As part of Labahn Veterinary Hospital, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a supportive and positive team culture and help shape the future of a trusted, community-focused practice.

If you’re ready to make a real impact, build strong client relationships, and take your veterinary career to the next level,  Labahn Veterinary Hospital is the place for you!

Come grow with us — apply today!

To learn more about us click  here . 

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 required. 
• 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 required, and anesthesia monitoring is a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.
• Candidates with Avimark experience, bilingual skills, or cross-training as both a CSR and Veterinary Assistant, preferred but not required

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

Compensation: $15 per hour

• 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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