Veterinary Assistant Job Summary:

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. Do you love animals? Then you’re halfway there. The position includes knowledge of routine tasks, like feeding or bathing animals and cleaning cages and kennels, but also requires readiness to care for injured or scared animals. If you’re organized, quick on your feet, motivated, and able to help with medical procedures, we’d like to meet you.

Veterinary Assistant Responsibilities

• Feed, groom and weigh animals
• Clean cages and bathe animals
• Sterilize equipment and clean examination tables and rooms
• Properly restrain animals for examinations or procedures, including euthanasia
• Soothe upset or frightened animals
• Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians (e.g. by mixing it with food)
• Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Vet
• Help in emergencies
• Handle administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or calling patients in the examination room by priority
• Keep accurate records and logs
• Some client communication
• Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare

Skills

• Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant (or another position working with animals) is a bonus
• Current or former pet ownership is an advantage
• Excellent communication skills
• Patient and caring personality
• Ability to follow instructions properly
• Comfort around animals and medical procedures, including surgery
• 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; a certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program is a plus

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• No nights
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Veterinary: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person