Are you passionate about animals? Do you want to make an impact in our community? Do you enjoy an exciting and rewarding work environment? The Lexington Humane Society (LHS) and Lexington-Fayette Animal Care & Control (LFACC) could be the place for you!

As a Veterinary Assistant, you have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that works hands on with animals, provides life-saving care, and enriches lives.  Veterinary Assistants collaborate on effective treatment plans for a variety of health and behavioral needs, leading to positive outcomes and an exceptional save rate of 92.4%!

LHS and LFACC are organizations that set their sights on becoming a national model for professionalism in animal welfare. However you define your professional goals, at LHS/LFACC, you have the opportunity to achieve them. We are as passionate about our associates as we are about our mission!

Candidates for this position must be available to work 40 hours in a 5-day work week. WEEKENDS ARE A MUST! Shifts include 7a-4p, 8a-5p, & 9a-6p. 

Position Overview:

Functions as an expert on evaluating, providing medical treatment for, and determining the disposition of all animals received by the Lexington Humane Society (LHS) and Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control (LFACC).  Must be 21 years of age, have a high school diploma, submit to a background check, and be eligible for Kentucky State Euthanasia Specialist Certification.  Must maintain strict confidentiality.  Requires a strong commitment to the mission and purpose of LHS and LFACC.  Prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician is desired. 

Key Accountabilities:

• Medical Care and Treatment of Animals
  • Prioritizes compassionate & humane treatment of animals
  • Ensures ongoing medical treatment is provided
  • Prescribes, calculates dosages, and administers medications
  • Administers vaccinations
  • Completes veterinary procedures as directed by licensed Veterinarian
  • Processes and dispositions animals in a timely & efficient manner
  • Completes health and behavior assessments
  • Evaluates animal condition and provides treatment for all animals on base
  • Determines age, breed, and sex of animals
  • Completes animal profiles based on behavior assessments
  • Identifies animals in need of foster care and rescue
  • Communicates foster and rescue needs to Foster Care 
  • Partners with Animal Care staff to facilitate Enrichment Program 
  • Accounts for, submits Second Chances treatment information 
  • Assists Veterinarian when necessary
  • Provides surgical assistance to Veterinarian
  • Follows all quarantine protocol
  • Completes timely, accurate, appropriate data entry into Shelter Buddy
  • Ensures records for animals in care are accessible, current, and accurate
  • Ensures all drug logs and records are completed per state and federal regulations
  • Disposes of medical waste in a proper fashion
  • Manages an efficient, effective, and prudent program within a narrow nonprofit budget
  • Uses appropriate safety and Personal Protective Equipment
  • Maintains company equipment with care and respect
  • Completes all activities consistent with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
  • Makes decisions regarding euthanasia in compliance with SOP
  • Performs euthanasia as necessary in accordance with all laws and regulations
  • Humanely and respectfully disposes of euthanized animals