Must love animals! We are a one-doctor practice with decades of experience in veterinary medicine. Our small, hardworking team is seeking a motivated Veterinary Assistant with a passion for providing high-quality care to companion animals. Only qualified candidates will be considered.
This job requires a 40-hour week. Compliance with clinic safety and employee policy is mandatory and expected. Contact with clients, patients, and other staff in an often noisy and fast-paced environment. The Veterinary Assistant should be comfortable around all animals. Military and veterans strongly encouraged to apply.
Daily Responsibilities:
Patient care:
Surgery prep/ patient monitoring/ post surgery care
Assist in physical exams
Provide sick-patient care
Restrain animals
Toe nail trim and anal gland expression
Administer medications/ fill prescriptions
Diagnostic duties:
Cytology
Radiography
Urinalysis
Blood drawing
Heartworm testing
Administrative duties:
Answering client calls
Returning/ relaying messages
Following up with clients to check on patients
Assist with client checkout process
Cleaning and sanitation:
Cleaning exam rooms
Cleaning kennels
Equipment maintenance
Expectations: The ideal candidate is empathetic and dedicated with excellent customer service skills and a strong work ethic. Our practice is to educate staff and clients about treatments, diagnoses, and procedures. We aim to build mutual respect between all parties.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED equivalent (preferred)
One year of veterinary or animal care experience (required)
Is eager to learn through education and hands-on training
Strong communication, organizational, and technical skills
Ability to work calmly under pressure and in fast-paced environments
Demonstrates professionalism and fair judgment
Hold characteristics of ambitious, proactive, and resourceful
Able to stand for prolonged period of time
Able to lift 50 pounds without assistance
Job Type: Full time
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
*Closed for lunch weekdays 12-1pm
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
- Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
