A Veterinary Assistant is responsible for performing routine checkups and other medical procedures on animals to ensure their health and well-being. Their duties include communicating with pet owners to determine whether their pet experienced changes in activity or diet, checking an animal’s weight, heartbeat and other vitals to record in patient files and assisting other veterinary personnel in taking blood samples or administering medications.

duties and responsibilities

A Veterinary Assistant takes care of animals that come into the facility and maintains the facility itself. A Veterinary Assistant may have the following responsibilities:

• Providing general nursing care
• Examining animals and checking vitals in preparation for the Veterinarian
• Taking X-rays of animals
• Administering first aid for emergencies
• Administering medication and treatments
• Drawing blood samples for testing

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• No nights
• No weekends

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person