Veterinary Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Full-time/Part-time

Shift and Schedule: 10 hour shift, 4 day week

Overtime

Weekend availability

Day shift

Work Location:

In person: 3250 North Decatur Boulevard. Las Vegas, NV 89130, and 2255 South Nellis Blvd, Las Vegas 89104

Reports to: Lead Veterinary Technician, Practice Manager, or Veterinarian.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Veterinary Assistants (VA) have a broad range of responsibilities and time is scheduled between supporting Veterinarians and Licensed Veterinary Technicians by assisting with surgery preparation, surgery recoveries, wellness/sick exams with clients, dispensing oral medication as directed by the veterinarian, performing treatments or basic laboratory diagnostic tests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

A Veterinary Assistant must be able to, effectively and accurately, perform the following duties that include but are not limited to:

• Record all pertinent medical, client, and case related information in the patient record accurately, with appropriate grammar.

• Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients if assigned.

• Care of hospitalized patients, patient exercise, feeding, medicating as directed by the veterinarian, shaving, nail trimming, ear cleaning, medicated and regular bathing, and other assigned patient care related tasks.

• Basic grooming such as nail trims and ear cleaning.

• Observe patients throughout the day looking for signs of distress, illness, parasites, disease control, or any other change in patient status. Report any abnormalities or concerns to the Veterinarian or LVT.

• Restraining cats and dogs of all sizes.

• Understanding and collection of vital signs. Identification of any abnormalities and alerting DVM/LVT.

• Assist with radiographs utilizing appropriate PPE and dosimeter badge..

• Monitor patients under anesthesia

• Assist in all daily duties for clinic care and ensuring protocol is met for clinic sanitation.

• Perform equipment maintenance as directed.

• Prepare surgery packs.

• Clean and autoclave syringes, needles, and other surgical instruments.

• Unpack supply deliveries, restock, and reconcile packing slips.

• Thoroughly clean autoclave per clinic schedule

• Be in position and prepared to work by the start of your scheduled shift

• Maintain a professional appearance at all times.

• Be aware of cleanliness of clinic grounds at all times.

• Clean and sanitize surgery recovery kennels and treatment areas daily, and as needed between treatment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Compassion and sensitivity: Ability to be sensitive to an ill pet, as well as its concerned owner.

• Customer service skills: Ability to provide friendly, efficient service to patients in-person, as well as on the phone.

• Interpersonal skills: Ability to feel comfortable dealing with patients, staff, and others.

• Technology skills: Ability to operate office technology such as computers, payment processors and printers.

• Mental and physical stamina: Ability to stay calm when handling a nervous, defensive animal while maintaining professionalism with the client.

• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb - as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50lbs.

• Endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods

• Organizational skills: Ability to manage office operations such as taking messages, scheduling appointments, and maintaining patient files.

• Ability to be confident around pets

• Able to work in potentially noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment.

BENEFITS

• Health insurance

• Dental and Vision insurance

• Employee pet services discount

• Generous Paid time off

• Employee Assistance Program

• 401K

EXPERIENCE

• Veterinary clinic experience: 1 year (Preferred)

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Hearts Alive Village reserves the right to revise or change this job description as necessary, or as business requires. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Hearts Alive Village is a mission-driven animal welfare organization dedicated to saving lives and keeping pets with the families who love them. Based in Las Vegas, we operate TWO full-service veterinary hospitals, a robust rescue and adoption program, and critical community support services including a pet food bank, foster network, a veteran support program, and a nationally recognized veterinary forensics program.

Our work sits at the intersection of animal welfare and human support. We believe access to affordable veterinary care is the most urgent issue facing pets today, and we are committed to preventing unnecessary suffering through innovation, compassion, and action.

At Hearts Alive Village, you won’t just have a job, you’ll be part of a high-impact, fast-moving team solving real problems every day. We are builders, doers, and advocates working together to create a community where every animal has a chance and every person has the support to care for them.

Company Description

Hearts Alive Village is a mission-driven animal welfare organization dedicated to saving lives and keeping pets with the families who love them. Based in Las Vegas, we operate TWO full-service veterinary hospitals, a robust rescue and adoption program, and critical community support services including a pet food bank, foster network, a veteran support program, and a nationally recognized veterinary forensics program.\r\n\r\nOur work sits at the intersection of animal welfare and human support. We believe access to affordable veterinary care is the most urgent issue facing pets today, and we are committed to preventing unnecessary suffering through innovation, compassion, and action.\r\n\r\nAt Hearts Alive Village, you won’t just have a job, you’ll be part of a high-impact, fast-moving team solving real problems every day. We are builders, doers, and advocates working together to create a community where every animal has a chance and every person has the support to care for them.