Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Veterinary Assistant Job Description

TO NAME A FEW....

• CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN—until cleanliness is quick and superb, there is no time to learn anything else
• Clock in by 8:00 AM
• Report to Sr. staff
• Assist with animal care, including but not limited to...basic husbandry, handling, restraint, feeding, walking, bathing, taking vital signs.
• Restock rooms
• Assist in surgery, as directed,
• Qualifications
• Correct verb conjugation, spelling, penmanship, and extreme attention to details is imperative.
• Veterinary experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of veterinary terminology, or the ability to QUICKLY learn terminolgy with correct spelling and pronunciation is important.
• Proficient in animal handling and pet care is preferred.
• Familiarity with animal physiology and anatomy will become expected.
• Experience in medication administration and animal restraint wil quickly become expected.
• Background in kennel operations and animal husbandry is expected.
• Ability to assist in veterinary critical care and laboratory procedures will be learned.
• Previous experience in a veterinary clinic or as a veterinary assistant is preferred

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person