Job description

We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant to care for animals and support Veterinarians. You’ll play an important role in bringing comfort to our furry patients and ensuring the smooth running of our facility. One of the most important Veterinary Assistant responsibilities is to ensure all areas are clean, for animals and humans alike. We’ll rely on you to assist the Veterinarian in examinations and operations. Do you love animals? Then you’re halfway there. You need the ability to care for them properly – that’s one of the most important Vet Assistant job requirements. If you’re organized, quick on your feet and have the stomach to help with medical operations and euthanasia, we’d like to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Weigh animals
• Clean cages
• Sterilize equipment and clean examination tables and rooms
• Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations
• Client communication
• Soothe upset or frightened animals
• Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians
• Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Vet
• Help in cases of emergencies
• Handle administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or calling patients in the examination room by priority
• Keep accurate records and logs

Skills

• Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position working with animals
• Current or former pet ownership is an advantage
• Excellent communication skills
• Patient and caring personality
• Ability to follow instructions properly
• Comfortable being around animals (cats and dogs)
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g. lift up to 50 lbs)
• Availability to occasionally work in emergencies
• High school diploma; a certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program is a plus

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Experience:

• Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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