Veterinary Technician Assistant

Happy people. Healthy pets. At CityVet, we believe healthy pets start with happy people. It is important that our vet‑led clinics are filled with smiling faces and compassionate pet people, and each of our employees plays a vital role in creating the positive vibe felt at our offices. Starting a career at CityVet means growing in a fun, people‑first environment where the future of our employees is just as important as the future of our business. Veterinary Technician Assistant CityVet is hiring Veterinary Technician Assistants with a minimum of one year of experience. Previous experience in a veterinary hospital is preferred, but entry‑level positions are also available. We are willing to train the right candidate. Responsibilities The Veterinary Technician Assistant (TA) maintains excellent patient care and operational productivity by helping the Veterinary Technician (VT) leverage their time and efforts to meet the needs of our clients and patients. The TA helps relieve the VT from technical work and administrative detail to achieve greater efficiency, and facilitates and streamlines communication from the operating room to front‑office staff and the client. A Day In The Life Assists the VT in preparing patients for medical, surgical, and dental surgeries by helping with anesthesia administration and safely restraining patients. Effectively partners with the Veterinarian and VT teams to administer proper patient triage protocol based on client and facility needs. Aids VT with booked appointments, walk‑ins, and work‑ins, recording observations and treatment plans in the patient file and assisting with medical treatments under doctor supervision. Assists the Client Service Specialist team when needed. Essential Qualifications High school diploma or GED At least 18 years of age at the time of hire At least one year of veterinary industry experience Ability to properly and safely restrain animals Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and medication Lift 50 lbs to waist height Frequent standing, bending, walking, lifting, carrying, and reaching Strong organizational skills Excellent communication & listening skills Self‑motivated and team‑oriented Benefits In addition to health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, a competitive 401(k) program, vision and dental insurance, and HSA options, full‑time employees receive the following: Generous pet‑care discounts Uniform allowance Flexible schedules Growth opportunities CityVet prioritizes meeting the full range of physical and mental well‑being needs of our staff. #J-18808-Ljbffr CityVet