What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Acadiana Veterinary Clinic?
We appreciate your interest in employment with our clinic. We are a fast paced four doctor clinic passionate about taking care of our patients. Please do not call our office about this posting. All correspondence with the hiring manager will take place through email.
Our successful and growing animal hospital needs a Veterinary Assistant to join our animal-loving staff. We run a fast-paced clinic that sees patients Monday through Saturday. The ideal candidate will be willing to work on a weekend and holiday rotation, as well as attend mandatory meetings. We are looking for a full time employee. We’re looking for someone who is familiar with all different types of pets, from dogs and cats to birds and reptiles. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with all animals and with communicating with our patients’ owners.
Job responsibilities are as follows:
Provide assistance to our Veterinarians
Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room
Take pets’ weight and other vital signs upon arrival
Provide patient restraint during procedures and examinations
Feed, bathe and care for patients who stay overnight in our facility
Provide assistance during radiology procedures
Clean and maintain the surgical room in preparation for procedures
Prepare instruments and medications as directed by veterinary personnel
Calm and soothe anxious patients
Adhere to hospital’s safety and wellness regulations
Must be available for the following office hours:
Monday 7AM until 5 PM
Tuesday-Thursday 7AM until 6PM
Friday 7AM until 5 PM
Saturday 8AM until noon and PM kennel shift
Sunday AM and PM kennel shift
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $10.50 per hour
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
- Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11