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Veterinary Institute of Paducah, PLLC

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Veterinary Institute of Paducah, PLLC

VIP is accepting new patients! Schedule your next appointment, and get the VIP experience you and your pet deserve.

Grooming services and doggy day care available!

05/21/2026

Just a reminder that VIP will be closed next week!

04/29/2026

ATTENTION!

VIP WILL BE CLOSED THE WEEK OF MAY 25TH AND WILL RESUME NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS ON MONDAY, JUNE 1ST!

You may now return to your regularly scheduled programming.

04/06/2026

🐾 Leave a Review & WIN BIG FOR YOUR PET! 🐾

If you’ve visited Veterinary Institute of Paducah, we’d love your feedback!

Your Google review helps other pet owners in Paducah find trusted veterinary care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets. It also helps Google and AI search recommend us when people are looking for a veterinarian near Paducah — so your review truly makes a difference.

⭐ Now through the end of April, everyone who leaves us a review will be entered to win:

🎉 ProHeart 6 (6-month injectable heartworm prevention)
🎉 Heartworm test
🎉 FREE veterinary exam

Mosquitoes are already active... and that means heartworms are too. Heartworm treatment can be very costly and hard on your pet, while prevention is simple, safe, and far more affordable.

👉 Leave your review here: https://g.page/r/CZY2b5mND5F-EAE/review

Thank you for trusting us with your pets and for helping other families find quality veterinary care in Paducah!

— Veterinary Institute of Paducah 🐶🐱🐾

03/23/2026

🚨 We’re already seeing heartworm cases in Paducah. 🚨

With mosquitoes coming out, your dog is at risk right now. Heartworms are spread through mosquito bites—and once infected, treatment can be costly (around $1,200+) and tough on your pet.

But here’s the thing… this is 100% preventable.

We make it simple:
🐾 Monthly topical options (just don’t forget each month!)
🐾 OR a convenient 6 or 12 month injection so you don’t have to remember anything

One quick appointment can save your dog from a serious illness.

💙 Don’t wait until it’s a problem—protect them now.

📅 Call Veterinary Institute of Paducah today to schedule your visit!
(270) 845-3847

03/18/2026

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Veterinary Institute of Paducah! 🍀

Did you know one of the most famous legends of St. Patrick’s Day is that St. Patrick “drove the snakes out of Ireland”? 🐍

While Ireland likely never had snakes to begin with, the story became a symbol of driving out danger and protecting the land.

Here in Western Kentucky, though… snakes are very real. 🐍
And yes, we even care for them here at VIP 💚

Our team is experienced in treating pet reptiles, making sure they stay healthy, comfortable, and thriving just like any other member of your family.

So while you’re celebrating today, just remember... snakes may not be part of Ireland’s story… but they’re definitely part of ours.

🍀 Stay safe
🐾 Stay lucky

03/09/2026

VIP is growing and we need a new team member!

We’re looking for someone to fill the position of Head Veterinary Nurse (Lead Technician)

We’re looking for a hands-on working lead to guide our nursing team with clear standards, strong communication, and excellent patient care. You’ll be in surgery/treatment regularly while keeping workflow and quality consistent. We serve Small Animal + Exotics (small rodents, reptiles, tropical birds, backyard poultry)

--- Schedule / Pay ---
-$25/hr starting
-Full-time: 4 × 10-hour shifts (7:30a–5:00p)
-No weekends
-On-call availability every 7th weekend (call-ins rare; paid regular hourly rate with a 2 hour minimum)
-Retirement: SIMPLE IRA with 3% match

--- Role Snapshot ---
-Working lead: ~50–75% nursing, ~25–50% scheduled leadership time
-Lead a team of 3 nursing assistants, 1 CSR, and 1 groomer
-Able to help cover CSR duties during call-outs/sick days/vacations as needed

--- What You’ll Do ---
-Lead by example (this is not a desk title)
-Anesthesia + surgical assisting/monitoring ~4 of 5 days/week
-Dentistry: dental prophys + full-mouth dental X-rays on every dental
-Ensure clean, complete medical records, discharges, and smooth patient flow

--- Quality Control & Training ---
-Uphold consistent nursing standards, safety, cleanliness, and workflow
-New employee training
-Weekly random chart audits for consistency + coaching (not “gotcha,” not punitive)
-Help refine protocols and training with real authority to uphold standards fairly
-Coach and integrate the team

--- Skills ---
-IV catheters, blood draws
-Intubation, multiparameter monitoring, anesthetic logs
-Dental radiographs, scaling/polishing, recovery protocols
-Confident triage and inpatient care

--- Our Practice ---
-Practice Focus: small animal + exotics
-1 doctor (growing to support 2+ doctors)
-Surgery Mon–Thu, 8:00a–12:00p
Typical surgery morning: 4 cat spays OR 2 dentals OR 2–3 dog spays (or combo). No orthopedics.

--- Qualifications ---
-Veterinary nursing degree/licensure preferred
-3+ years experience (5+ preferred)
-Confident in anesthesia monitoring, surgical flow, and dentistry standards
-Advanced computer skills Required: fast/accurate medical record entry, learn cloud-based -PMS (EzyVet), quickly create/use/audit templates, discharges; comfortable with Excel/Word.

--- Benefits ---
-PTO
-Up to $500 CE allowance (if licensed)
-License reimbursement
-Uniform allowance
-SIMPLE IRA with 3% match
-Employee pet discount

--- Culture & Expectations ---
We are a modern, evidence-based practice with a Professional, respectful workplace culture: no micromanagement, no ego, no “because I’m the boss” nonsense—just consistent performance and respectful, direct feedback. We are looking for someone who can hold standards without being authoritarian, and support fair enforcement.

--- Systems in Place ---
We already have a comprehensive AAHA-based manual covering protocols, policies, procedures, training, facilities maintenance, and equipment maintenance. It’s highly standardized and continuously improved—your leadership will help keep it living, useful, and consistently applied.

To apply:
Please send your resume and a short note about your anesthesia + dental experience and leadership style to [email protected]

02/09/2026

We’ve been a little quiet on the blog lately… and that’s actually a good thing. 🐾💙

Over the past year, Veterinary Institute of Paducah has been busy growing—not just in the number of patients we care for, but behind the scenes too. From investing in our team with new retirement benefits to continuing the detailed work toward AAHA certification standards, every step we take is about providing better care for your pets and a better experience for you.

Our latest blog also dives into a very real winter experience (including snow, potty-training amnesia, and desperate measures 😅) and shares important cold-weather safety tips—especially when it comes to sidewalk salt, paw irritation, and preventing accidental ingestion.

If you’ve ever wondered:
• How winter weather can affect your pet’s paws
• What to do about ice melt and salt exposure
• What’s been happening behind the scenes at VIP

👉 Read the full post here:
https://vipaducah.com/hospital-updates-seasonal-pet-safety/

Spring is coming… eventually. 😉

01/23/2026

❄️ Winter Weather Update ❄️

Due to the winter weather moving into our area, Veterinary Institute of Paducah expects to be closed on Monday for the safety of our staff, clients, and patients. We will continue to monitor conditions and share updates here on our page.

In the meantime, please take extra care to stay warm and keep your pets safe during the cold temperatures:

🐾 Cold Weather Tips for Pets
• Limit time outdoors, especially for small, senior, or short-haired pets
• Bring pets inside — even outdoor animals need shelter from extreme cold
• Make sure pets have warm, dry bedding away from drafts
• Check paws for ice, salt, or irritation after walks
• Keep antifreeze and ice melt out of reach (both are toxic to pets)

🧣 Tips for Pet Parents
• Stay warm and avoid unnecessary travel
• Keep extra food, medications, and pet supplies on hand
• If your pet seems lethargic, shivering, or uncomfortable, contact an emergency clinic

We appreciate your understanding and patience as we prioritize everyone’s safety. Please continue to check our page for updates regarding reopening.

Stay safe and warm! ❄️🐶🐱
— The Veterinary Institute of Paducah Team 💙

01/22/2026

🐾 Another Happy Pet Parent at Veterinary Institute of Paducah! 🐾

We love seeing reviews like this come in, they truly highlight the level of care and compassion Dr. Jones and the VIP team provide every single day.

When a pet parent came to us for a second opinion after being told their dog may have lymphoma, Dr. Jones took the time to run thorough diagnostics, answer every question, and personally follow up with results. Thankfully, it turned out to be a treatable infection, and care was started right away.

This is what Veterinary Institute of Paducah is all about:
✔️ Honest answers
✔️ Thorough diagnostics
✔️ Compassionate, personal care
✔️ Treating every pet like family

We’re grateful for the trust our clients place in us and love being able to provide peace of mind when it matters most. 💙🐶

If you’re ever unsure or want a second opinion, the team at VIP is here for you.

01/15/2026

🐾 Love your experience at Veterinary Institute of Paducah? We’d love your feedback! 🐾

Have a moment to share about your recent visit? Leaving us a Google review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ helps other pet parents find the best care for their pets when they’re searching for a new veterinarian—and it truly means the world to our team.

👉 Click the link below to leave a review

https://g.page/r/CZY2b5mND5F-EBM/review

Every review makes a difference for Veterinary Institute of Paducah and the pets we’re proud to care for.

Thank you for trusting us with your furry, feathered, and scaly family members 💙

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3526 Park Plaza Road
Paducah, KY
42001

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

http://www.vipaducah.com/

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