What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Palmer Veterinary Clinic?
*Please no phone calls about this position*
Job description
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working, team-oriented individual to join us at Palmer Veterinary Clinic. Experience is preferred but not required in the following categories: proper restraint of dogs and cats, proper surgical techniques, cleaning/sterilizing surgical instruments and create surgical packs appropriately, properly clean kennels/animal waste/hospital, laundry, ability to assess/observe animals for pain/discomfort, communicate well with team members about patients and in a timely fashion, ability to lift/carry dogs weighing 50 pounds, and able to perform general physical activities (bending, getting on the ground often to help with dogs, standing, walking large dogs). If you do not have these skills but have a great enthusiasm for the job, we are happy to train you for this position. Computer and typing skills also very helpful for management software. Must be 18 years old for this position.
This position is full time, currently with 4 - 10 hours shifts (potentially 3 - 12 hours shifts in the future).We hope to open most Saturday/Sundays in the future to meet the demand of our busy practice, so availability to work weekends is a must. Benefits for full time include retirement (after 6 months of employment), paid vacation (after 1 year of employment), paid holidays, pet care/product discounts (after 90 days of employment), and more!
If interested, please email a resume and cover letter explaining your experience and why you believe you are qualified for this position. No phone calls please.
Work Location: In person
Duties:
- Assist veterinarians in providing care for animals
- Handle and restrain animals during examinations and procedures
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians
- Prepare and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment
- Perform laboratory tests, such as bloodwork and urinalysis
- Take and develop x-rays
- Clean and maintain examination rooms and equipment
- Provide basic grooming services, such as bathing and nail trimming
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of animal behavior and handling techniques
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
- Physical stamina to handle animals of various sizes and lift heavy objects
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the veterinary practice.
*Please no phone calls about this position*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20