Job Description
Job Description
Description
Join our amazing team as our newest Veterinary Assistant!
Our focus is on being a place of comfort for our clients and pets, in sickness and in health. You will have an open door for growth opportunities ranging from becoming a veterinary technician, specialty medicine, and even future management positions!
This practice is a 24-hour location with a lot going on throughout the day as well as the night. Not only will you build relationships with the animals, but you’ll also form lasting connections with our clients.
✨ We are in need of two full-time workers. Candidates must be available to work Saturdays
Open Shifts :
- M — 12 : 00p-8 : 30p / 8 : 00a-3 : 00p
- T — 3 : 00p-8 : 30p
- W — 12 : 00p-8 : 30p
- TH — 3 : 00p-8 : 30p
- SU — 8 : 00a-5 : 30p
Key Requirements :
Able to work and multitask in a fast-paced environmentComfortable handling animals of all species and sizesKnowledge of different animal medicationsAbility to build strong relationships with clients and peersSolid computer skillsIf interested and willing to learn, we will train the right candidate!
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include :
Caring for special needs borders such as diabetics, geriatrics, epileptics, etc.Restraining a variety of canine, feline, and exotic species for the doctors and techniciansCleaning (Sweeping, Mopping, cages, dishes, garbage, surgical site, dental Suite, etc.)Administering oral medicationsDocumentation of general well-being of in-hospital patients and boardersAssisting with Er protocol, ensuring ER table is prepared for crashing patientsPreparing surgical material in coordination with the surgical handbook (ensure materials are sterilized and prepared for procedures)Assisting LVTs with TPRs & blood pressures. examining incisions for cleanliness and closureTriaging emergency appointments in coordination with the ER doctor on-premises.Capturing various types of radiographs including but not limited to the thorax and abdominal viewsSkills Knowledge and Expertise
OrganizedWorks well with othersAble to follow directionsAble to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environmentNeat, clean, and adheres to WHAH uniformIndividuals with extreme willingness to learn, and with great love for animals1 year of general practice or emergency veterinary experienceMust be able to stand, lift, and do work duties for a minimum of 8 hoursLifting of large boxes, dog food, and a variety of canine and feline species up to 50 lbs.Ability to write neatly, communicate well with others, attend staff meetings, and adhere to training programsOwn transportationBenefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision insuranceEmployee discountsFlexible schedules401K with company matchCareer development and training