What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant - Surgery position at Addison County Humane Society?
Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of animals and their families in your community? Join our fun and dedicated medical team in the surgery department. We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant with a love for surgery to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist veterinarians in providing support during spay/neuter surgery in our high volume clinic.
Duties:
- Greet clients and check in patients
- Prep patients for surgery and help recover patients after surgery
- Assist in animal examinations, treatments, and surgeries
- Administer medications and vaccines as prescribed by the veterinarian
- Handle and restrain animals during procedures
- Maintain accurate medical records of patients
- Educate pet owners on proper animal care and treatment plans
Experience:
- Previous experience working as a Veterinary Assistant or relevant role
- Knowledge of animal handling
- Experience with and appreciate for cats, dogs, and other small animals
- Familiarity with shelter, kennel, and veterinary operations and pet care
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, bend and kneel
- Animal care experience in vet clinic, shelter, or kennel environment
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment
- Compassion for animals and their owners
- Ability to handle stressful situations with composure
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Desire to learn and be a member of a skilled team of vets and animal care professionals
Benefits:
We offer a full benefit package for full time employees including:
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 9 paid holidays
- low cost pet medical services
Schedule:
- Full time Monday – Friday 8:30a – 4:30p
- Part time Tuesday, Wednesday & occasional Thursday’s 8:30a – 4:30p
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- This job requires being comfortable around animals in a surgical setting. Do you have medical experience with animals? If so, please tell us more about your experience.
Experience:
- animal care: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20