Job Description

At Cypress Creek Animal Hospital, compassion, client education, and high-quality care are the foundation of our practice. As an AAHA-accredited hospital, we provide advanced medicine, surgery, diagnostics, and wellness care for pets in Ruston and the surrounding community.

Our team is passionate about strengthening the human-animal bond while supporting one another in a positive, respectful, and family-like environment. Whether it’s welcoming new puppies and kittens or caring for senior pets, we’re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them.

If you’re looking to grow in your career while working with a supportive team that values excellence, compassion, and education, Cypress Creek is the place for you.

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Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Responsibilities:

• Safely restrain and handle pets during exams and treatments.
• Assist with patient care, including feeding, walking, cleaning, and monitoring hospitalized and boarding pets.
• Prepare exam rooms, surgical patients, and equipment.
• Collect basic lab samples, assist with diagnostic imaging, and administer treatments as directed.
• Maintain a clean, safe hospital environment and provide excellent client service.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to stand, walk, lift, and work around loud noises, strong odors, animal waste, and animals that may bite or scratch.

Growth Opportunities:

We offer hands-on training, virtual learning, and continuing education to help you grow in your role and advance your veterinary career.

Qualifications

We’re looking for:

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant, Kennel Technician, or in an animal care setting preferred.
• Compassionate, dependable, team-oriented, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable safely handling and restraining pets of all sizes.
• Experience with patient care, cleaning and maintaining kennels, collecting basic lab samples, or assisting with treatments is a plus.
• Eager to learn, grow, and provide exceptional care for patients and clients.

Additional Information

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 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 https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/