Alliance Animal Health
Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Indianapolis, IN, United States
Posted October 28, 2026
Job description
What You’ll Do:
• Safely restrain pets and assist with patient triage.
• Collect samples and process laboratory tests.
• Assist with diagnostic imaging and radiographs.
• Provide nursing care for medical and hospitalized patients.
• Administer medications and monitor patient progress.
• Prepare patients for surgery and assist during procedures.
• Support anesthesia administration and monitoring.
• Communicate with clients about medical histories and treatment plans.
We’re Looking For:
• At least one year of Veterinary Assistant experience is required.
• Previous anesthesia experience is required.
• Strong pet-handling and restraint skills.
• A compassionate, calm, team-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.
• Experience with sample collection, laboratory testing, radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring is a plus.
• A self-starter eager to learn and grow professionally.
Candidates must have at least one year of Veterinary Assistant experience and prior anesthesia experience. This hands-on role requires working with animals, standing for extended periods, and potential exposure to animal waste, odors, noise, bites, scratches, and infectious diseases.
Pay Range: $17-$20/hr
We offer our staff:
• 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 Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• 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 pre-employment screening.
*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 https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.
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