Job Description
Job Description
In all that we do, we work to improve the quality of life for the cats and dogs in our community. Anicira offers high-quality, affordable services in an effort to improve access to veterinary care for all families. We are looking to have an experienced Veterinary Assistant join our team.
Veterinary Assistant Responsibilities :
- Assist Veterinarians and Technicians with surgical, medical and dentistry procedures
- Provide compassionate care
- Monitor vital signs of sedated and anesthetized patients in all perioperative phases
- Clean and disinfect kennels, carriers, equipment, and facility
- Communicate in an effective and professional manner with clients
- Medical record keeping
- Fill prescriptions
- Perform laboratory work and assist with diagnostic imaging
- Client education
- Follow written and verbally communicated standard operating procedures
- General housekeeping
- Perform other duties as assigned
Veterinary Assistant Qualifications :
Ability to work independently, as well as be a team playerFlexible work style amidst shifting priorities; calm under pressureKnowledge of basic veterinary medical conceptsMaintain an open mind regarding changes, be willing to learn and teach new protocolsExcellent client service skillsVeterinary Assistant Physical Requirements :
Able to lift and carry 40 pounds repeatedly throughout the day.Able to work standing for 10 hours.Work Hours :
Four days a week 8 am - 7 pm, including Saturdays and evening hours as needed.Benefits :
Top Tier Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans, covered up to 90%401(k) retirement plan with employer match100% Company-covered Short Term Disability & Life InsuranceMedical & Dependent Care FSAPaid time offPaid HolidaysProfessional Development Assistance & Opportunities for GrowthGenerous personal pet veterinary care discountPaid Parental LeavePaid Bereavement LeavePaid Pet Bereavement LeaveFree UniformsOptional Supplemental Insurance