Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant We are seeking a veterinary assistant to join our team at Town and Country Veterinary Hospital. Reporting To Practice Manager Perks & Compensation Telehealth, 401k and Pet Insurance. Pay: $19.00/hour DOE. Core Responsibilities Ensuring that clients and pets feel welcome and comfortable. Assisting veterinarians to provide compassionate nursing care. Cleaning, maintaining, and preparing surgical instruments and equipment. Maintaining accurate medical records. Filling prescriptions as directed by a veterinarian and explaining prescription directions. Assisting receptionists with check-in and checkout procedures and providing telephone support. Performing various laboratory tests. Keeping facilities clean and well maintained. Performing other related duties as assigned. Requirements 1+ years of clinic experience as a veterinary assistant. High school diploma. Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Must frequently lift 40 pounds. Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs frequently. Must be able to work on computer system and work multi-line telephone. Must be able to handle dogs on leashes. Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander and excretions. Must be comfortable restraining animals during medical examinations. EEO Statement Destination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Destination Pet LLC endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr DestinationPet