Here at Meridian Veterinary Clinic & Hospital we're currently recruiting another member for our rock-star team and looking for that one player with the ultimate goal: to deliver pet care and customer service that keeps furry family members happy, healthy and most of all, keeps those bottoms nice and wiggly!
We are currently seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to care for animals and to support our Veterinarians. You will 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 - as you'll need the ability to care for them properly - shoot, that's one of the most important Veterinary Assistant job requirements, after all.
This includes knowledge of routine tasks such as readiness to care for injured and scared animals that may occasionally lash out. If you're organized, quick on your feet and have the stomach to help with medical operations and euthanasia, we would love to meet with you.
Another bonus? Meridian Veterinary Clinic & Hospital is a non-corporate, privately owned entity and functions as such, with client and patient care being our number one priority all while ensuring that our staff can have a good time, too!
Responsibilities:
· Feed and weigh animals
· Clean cages and bathe animals
· Sterilize equipment and lean examination tables and rooms
· Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations
· Soothe upset or frightened animals
· Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians (e.g., mixing it with food)
· Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Veterinarian
· Be ready to jump in during an emergency
· Handle administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or calling patients in the examination room by priority
· Keep accurate records and logs
· Be confident with taking a detailed patient history
· Reassure clients that their pates are being cared for and explain issues (e.g., lack of appointments, insurance matters)
· Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare
Skills:
· Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position working with animals
· Experience in an administrative role is a plus
· 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, dogs, etc.)
· Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g., lift up to 40 lbs.)
· Availability to occasionally work in emergencies
· High school diploma
· 3 to 5 years experience preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Greenwood, IN 46142: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
