Veterinary Assistant

About the Job: Spay Neuter Society offers affordable spay and neuter services as well as limited basic wellness services to the Dallas/Fort Worth community. We are passionate about offering affordable veterinary services so that as many pets as possible can receive basic preventative care and live happy and healthy lives. We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician Assistant. The ideal candidate for this Full-time position needs to be a self-starter, dependable, punctual, detail-oriented, and have strong communication skills with both clients and co‑workers. Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments; and be a team player. The schedule for full‑time employees is 4 (10‑hour shifts). We are closed Friday‑Sunday. Hours for staff are 7AM‑5PM (Monday‑Thursday). The vet tech assistant is responsible for providing surgical and/or wellness support to the technicians/veterinarians of the Spay Neuter Society in a manner that allows for the highest level of customer service and exceptional practice of medicine to each visitor and patient. Being a Vet Tech Assistant at our clinic would include: Provide a compassionate environment for animals and pet owners. Triage all patients at check‑in and report health concerns to the appropriate Veterinarian/vet techs. Assist the Veterinarians in surgeries as needed, including calculating, administering, and monitoring anesthesia and medications in accordance with approved Spay Neuter Society protocol. Prepping animals for surgery, including intubation. Monitoring pets while on the recovery floor after surgery. Assist with any and all vaccine clinics determined by clinic management. Administer vaccinations, medications, and treatments as directed by and under the supervision of the Veterinarians. Provide preventive/wellness services such as disease and parasite testing and owner counseling. Collect specimens and perform laboratory procedures. Document all drug logs and patient activity and information in accurate records in accordance with Spay Neuter Society protocol. Discharge patients at check‑out, including explaining discharge instructions, health exams, any surgical or diagnostic findings and/or test results, vaccine booster schedule, and take‑home pain medication instructions. Qualifications: Veterinary technician assistant experience in a high volume spay/neuter clinic preferred. Strong communication skills for effective discharge planning. Proficient in animal handling and restraint techniques. Knowledge of veterinary terminology and animal physiology. Experience with animal catheterization and anatomy. Familiarity with kennel operations and dental terminology. Understanding of veterinary critical care and laboratory procedures. #J-18808-Ljbffr