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Veterinary Assistant

Chastain Animal Clinic

Job Description

No weekends. New hospital. Amazing team. Your dream vet job is right here in Smyrna.

Veterinary Assistant – No Weekends + Incredible Culture
Location: Smyrna, GA | Pay: $16–$18/hr DOE

Join Chastain Animal Clinic, a compassionate, close-knit team that’s growing into a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital opening Summer 2025.

We’ve been called the “Unicorn Clinic” for a reason—our culture is one-of-a-kind. We support each other, have fun, and provide top-quality care to every patient. Whether you’re experienced or just starting out, if you bring passion and initiative, you’ll thrive here.

What You’ll Do:

  • Assist in patient care, exams, and treatments

  • Prep for and assist in surgery

  • Run diagnostics (radiographs, bloodwork, fecals)

  • Restrain animals for procedures

  • Monitor hospitalized pets and post-op recovery

  • Maintain/sterilize equipment and stock supplies

  • Deliver outstanding client service

What We’re Looking For:

  • Positive, self-motivated team player

  • Enjoys working with animals (even when stressed or ill)

  • Able to lift 40 lbs. and work on your feet for extended periods

  • 18+ years old; experience preferred but not required (we train!)

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • No weekends – flexible 4- or 5-day schedule

  • Competitive pay $16–$18/hr + merit increases

  • Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

  • Pet care discounts after 60 days

  • Scrubs provided (first two pairs)

  • Growth opportunities in a thriving, expanding practice

About Smyrna, GA:
Just minutes from Atlanta, Smyrna blends urban convenience with small-town warmth—parks, trails, vibrant dining, and a welcoming community.

 

Apply today and be part of a veterinary team that values kindness, teamwork, and your career growth.

 
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
 
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
 
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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Smyrna, Georgia, United States

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