What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Village Veterinary Clinic?
Job Summary
Village Veterinary Clinic is a dedicated small-animal practice committed to providing high-quality medical and surgical care in a compassionate, efficient, and client-focused environment.
Responsibilities
Veterinary Assistant duties include, but are not limited to:
- Facilitating patient appointments and workflow
- Gathering and accurately recording patient histories
- Presenting treatment plans to clients
- Preparing and administering vaccinations (as directed)
- Collecting laboratory samples (blood, urine, feces)
- Safely restraining patients during exams and procedures
- Assisting veterinarians during examinations and treatments
- Maintaining hospital cleanliness, organization, and sanitation
- Sterilizing instruments and maintaining treatment areas
- Providing patient care (feeding, watering, walking, administering medications)
- Filling prescriptions and preparing medications for discharge
- Accurately entering medical records, services, and charges into patient charts
- Provide excellent client service and education
Qualifications
- Must be able to work a full time schedule (4x10 shift) Monday-Friday with rotating weekend shifts as needed
- Previous veterinary or animal care experience preferred, but not required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Ability to safely handle and restrain animals of various sizes and temperaments
- Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work a full time 4x10 shift schedule Monday-Friday?
Experience:
- Veterinary: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15