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The Cleburne County Animal Clinic keeps job applications of file for 1 yr after the application is presented to us.  When an opening becomes available for any position, the current file of job applications is reviewed prior to advertising the position as open.  We encourage anyone that would have an interest in joining our team to maintain an open application in our files, and to be sure and update that application at least yearly.  The Cleburne County Animal Clinic is a full-service animal hospital, therefore previous medical experience (veterinary or otherwise) is one of the most important things we look for in an application.  A professional and caring attitude is also very important, and that attitude is easily assessed by speaking with the applicant personally.  This is the primary reason we prefer applicants submit their resume in person.  Resumes are also received by mail, fax (501) 362-8284, and by e-mail to docjim@cleburnevet.com.


Our current open positions are:

Secondary Assistant:  This position primarily involves directly assisting the Dr. and primary assistant in the outpatient clinic.  The assistants are responsible for getting the patients from the reception area into the examination room and helping the client get their pet back to their vehicle after the appointment.  The assistants obtain and record the patients weight and temperature, and holds the patient for the examination.  The assistant also administers any injectable medication and prepares and labels any dispensed medication.  The assistant also is responsible for maintaining the surgical suite, sterilizing surgical packs and assisting in preparing animals for surgery or treatments.  Experienced assistants will be taught the operation and maintenance of our complete laboratory equipment.  This position is expected to be expanded to where the assistant is able to obtain and perform basic blood chemistry analysis, urinalysis and ekg's.    This is a full-time position with full days on Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fridays and alternating Wednesday Mornings.  This position is also expected to be expanded to taking responsibility for care of hospitalized or boarded pets on alternating weekends.  This position requires a high-school diploma or GED and some medical experience.   Experience in a veterinary hospital is a plus, but not a requirement.

Groundskeeper:  This is a part-time position that will be filled during the summer months.  The responsibility of this position includes yard maintenance as well as minor repair to the interior and exterior of the building.  

Receptionist:  This is a full-time position.  The position includes basic office/receptionist duties such as filing and pulling charts, greeting incoming clients, collecting fees, and arranging appointments.  Previous experience with Quickbooks Accounting System is a plus.  This position requires good people skills as well as an honest and outgoing personality.  A high-school diploma or GED is also required for this position.  This position is also expected to be expanded to taking responsibility for care of hospitalized or boarded pets on alternating weekends. 

A word from Dr. Pierce:

It is not unusual for some positions in a veterinary hospital to change and evolve because of different personalities or abilities of the available staff.  We have been blessed to have many different people spend a part of their employment with us.  Many have moved on to bigger and better things (Including a professor of horse surgery at UCA-Davis,  several registered nurses, general practice veterinarians and business owners).  Working at a veterinary practice is often exciting and challenging as well as sometimes sad and heart-wrenching.  From new puppies to saying goodbye to an old and beloved pet, there is nothing like being involved in people's lives with their pets.  I often compare the positions here to what they say about the Peace Corps:  "It's the toughest job you will every love!"   It is, admittedly, difficult to find people that have that perfect combination of compassion and an obsession for detail and performance.  If you think you have that type of dedication and caring, I invite you to maintain an application on file at our clinic.

Dr. Pierce


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