Village Veterinary Hospital in Bosque Farms, NM (just 20 minutes south of Albuqureque) is looking for a Veterinary Assistant. Would prefer someone with experience in the veterinary field. We are a true mixed animal practice, working on most small animals, equine, bovine, sheep, pigs, llamas and alpacas. - Salary: $15 – $20 per hour, depending on experience, education, certifications. - Schedule: Hospital is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm, Thursday and Saturday 1/2 days 8:30 am – 12 pm. Closed on Sunday and major holidays. - Location: 250 Bosque Farms Blvd, Bosque Farms, NM 87068 Village Veterinary Hospital is a long-standing mixed animal hospital with deep ties to the community, located in Bosque Farms, New Mexico. With a deeply loyal clientele, this hospital is always busy and utilizes all associates to the highest level of their skills. Our clinic treats small animals (60%), large animals (40%), as well as emergencies. We offer full-service veterinary medical treatment, ranging from preventive medicine, dental cleanings, in-house laboratory, pharmacy, digital x-rays, digital ultrasound, house calls, and emergency surgical care. What the Clients Say:“Love Village Vet Hospital! The best! Thank you so much for all you do! We always have a great experience and the best care for our pets! We had our cat get all his needed shots and he enjoyed his visit! Thank you!”Looking for a long term team member, preferable with: - 1 years of veterinary clinical experience, as a veterinary assistant - Knowledge of industry tools and equipment - Passion for working with large and small animals, and their owners - Experience with proper animal handling and restraint for a variety of species - Ability to perform nursing care in a hospital or ranch setting - Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare - Understands the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills - Dental procedure experience, scaling, polishing, extractions, suturing - Skilled in IV Catheter placement, urinary catheter placement, applying casts, bandages and splints - Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience including intubation, monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative care - Laboratory skills including cytology set-up and interpretation - Diagnostic experience including digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis ?Here’s what you can expect when you join our team: - Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching - Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being. - Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters. - A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.