Experienced Veterinary Assistant

About Us and Overview

We are a general practice clinic looking for a full-time experienced Veterinary Assistant with surgical training to join our busy, team-oriented general practice. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys a variety of responsibilities and wants to continue developing their skills in surgery, anesthesia, patient care, room appointments, and technician appointments.

Our Veterinary Assistants play an important role in keeping the hospital running smoothly and providing excellent patient and client care. The ideal candidate is confident working in a fast-paced environment, comfortable assisting with surgical procedures, and eager to continue learning and developing their clinical skills.

Our practice provides a mix of wellness and sick appointments, technician appointments, surgery, and general patient care, so no two days are exactly alike.

This position also provides opportunities to train and mentor newer team members as they develop their veterinary skills.

Job responsibilities:

• Support doctors and veterinary technicians during medical procedures, including medication administration, IV catheters, monitoring, and much more.
• Provide basic care for animals in our care.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the clinic, including kennels, treatment, and examination rooms.
• Monitor animal behavior and health status, reporting any concerns to the veterinarian.
• Administer medications as directed by the veterinarian.
• Support pet owners with information on animal care and training techniques.
• Assist with laboratory tasks such as collecting samples and running basic tests.
• Ensure proper handling of animals during treatments and examinations.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proficiency in animal husbandry practices to ensure optimal care.
• Veterinary clinic experience with knowledge of veterinary terminology and medical procedures
• Passionate about education.
• Strong skills in animal care and handling, ensuring safety for both pets and staff.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Competence in record keeping, medication administration, and basic surgical support tasks.
• Strong client communication skills to educate pet owners on animal health needs and welfare practices.
• Competence in laboratory procedures related to veterinary medicine.

If any of this appealed to your interest we would love for you to join our team and contribute to the health and happiness of pets while working in a supportive environment that values your skills and dedication.

Job Type:

• Full- time.
• 4 days per week with 10 hour shifts.
• 1 hour unpaid lunch break.
• Some Saturday shifts are required, but they are on a rotating schedule.

Experience:

• Veterinary clinic: 2 years (Required)
• Veterinary surgical/ dental assistant: 1 year (Required)

Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person