Veterinary Assistant

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Huntington, New York

Compensation: $17 - $18 / two weeks

Description

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Caring for special needs borders such as diabetics, geriatrics, epileptics, etc. 
• Restraining a variety of canine, feline, and exotic species for the doctors and technicians 
• Cleaning (Sweeping, Mopping, cages, dishes, garbage, surgical site, dental Suite, etc.) 
• Administering oral medications 
• Documentation of general well-being of in-hospital patients and boarders 
• Assisting with Er protocol, ensuring ER table is prepared for crashing patients 
• Preparing surgical material in coordination with the surgical handbook (ensure materials are sterilized and prepared for procedures) 
• Assisting LVTs with TPRs & blood pressures. examining incisions for cleanliness and closure 
• Triaging emergency appointments in coordination with the ER doctor on-premises. 
• Capturing various types of radiographs including but not limited to the thorax and abdominal views 

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• Organized 
• Works well with others 
• Able to follow directions 
• Able to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment 
• Neat, clean, and adheres to WHAH uniform 
• Individuals with extreme willingness to learn, and with great love for animals 
• 1 year of general practice or emergency veterinary experience 
• Must be able to stand, lift, and do work duties for a minimum of 8 hours 
• Lifting of large boxes, dog food, and a variety of canine and feline species up to 50 lbs. 
• Ability to write neatly, communicate well with others, attend staff meetings, and adhere to training programs 
• Own transportation 

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedules
• 401K with company match
• Career development and training