Veterinary Assistant

Description Van Lue Veterinary Surgical is a surgical referral practice seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. Previous veterinary experience is preferred. We are seeking an individual who can multi-task and maintain a professional demeanor in a sometimes-stressful environment. You must be flexible and willing to take on diverse responsibilities, with a desire to grow professionally. The ideal candidate is a confident team player who is excited to advance their veterinary surgical and medical knowledge and is willing to provide input and ideas based on knowledge and prior experience. Requirements Duties: The responsibilities of a Veterinary Assistant in our practice are to assist our surgeons and veterinary nurses/technicians with the daily operation and cleaning of our facility. This includes: Assisting with patient treatments, husbandry, and restraint General cleaning of the hospital and turn over of the operating room in between surgeries. Laundry Restocking hospital disposables Instrument care and cleaning Run in-house lab samples Machine/equipment maintenance as required Position requirements: High school diploma or equivalent Computer and typing skills Basic knowledge of veterinary terminology and procedures Lifting and carrying patients and equipment up to 50 lbs unassisted and ability to sit/stand for extended periods of time Availability to work 30-35 hours/week, Tuesday through Friday (Fridays and Wednesdays are a must) Benefits: Paid vacation Paid holidays Competitive wages Medical, dental, vision, dependent care FSA, and short-term disability benefit options Various voluntary benefit offerings, including hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, etc. 401K with employer match CE opportunities Uniforms Discounts on services and medications for employee pets This is a great opportunity for anyone wishing to pursue a career in veterinary medicine and wanting to learn more about specialty practice and surgery. #J-18808-Ljbffr Animal Dermatology Group