What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Veterinary Practice Partners?
30th Street Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!
What To Expect
As you join our mission to create a better world for animals and the people who love them, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, with shifts scheduled between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM. The position follows a four-day workweek, with a rotating Saturday shift from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Key Responsibilities:
30th Street Animal Hospital has been a trusted cornerstone of the East Indianapolis community since 1952. Originally founded on the very site we call home today, we have grown into a modern, full-service veterinary hospital — while never losing sight of the personal, family-centered care that has defined us for over 70 years.
Our state-of-the-art facility features six exam rooms, a fully equipped surgical suite, a dedicated isolation ward, and advanced diagnostic capabilities, giving our team the tools to provide the highest quality care right here in the East Indy and Lawrence community.
We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.
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What To Expect
As you join our mission to create a better world for animals and the people who love them, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
- A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
- Professional development opportunities
Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, with shifts scheduled between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM. The position follows a four-day workweek, with a rotating Saturday shift from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
- Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
- Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
- Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
- Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
- Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
- Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment
- Greet clients and their pets, complete the appointment sign-in process, confirm appointment details, and escort clients to exam rooms.
- Ensure accurate service and product sales accounting, handle payments, process credit/debit cards, and schedule future appointments.
- Answer client calls for appointments, hospital inquiries, medication refills, and other requests. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-ups.
- Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
- Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
- Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
30th Street Animal Hospital has been a trusted cornerstone of the East Indianapolis community since 1952. Originally founded on the very site we call home today, we have grown into a modern, full-service veterinary hospital — while never losing sight of the personal, family-centered care that has defined us for over 70 years.
Our state-of-the-art facility features six exam rooms, a fully equipped surgical suite, a dedicated isolation ward, and advanced diagnostic capabilities, giving our team the tools to provide the highest quality care right here in the East Indy and Lawrence community.
We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.
#CSR
Salary : $16 - $18