Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Position

Mason Family Pet Hospital is currently seeking to hire Veterinary Assistants to help support our fast paced, multi doctor veterinary practice! Over the past 20 years, we have served the Mason community by providing the highest quality of care to our patients and an excellent experience to our clients. We are aware of the stress that comes with working in the veterinary field and we pride ourselves on our ability to provide a fun, relaxed, and supportive atmosphere for our team members. If you share our love for pets and people, we would love to speak with you!

We are open to both full and part time candidates. Preference given to full-time candidates, with experience in a veterinary setting being a plus.

Job Description Overview:

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery.
• Maintain inventory and stocking.
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
• Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e. Taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading fecal).
• Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment.
• Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital.
• Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision.
• Feeding/bathing animals.
• Answering phones and helping reception as needed.
• Customer service.
• Helping clients with their pets.

Skills & Basic Qualifications:

• Must be 18yrs old or older.
• Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
• Willing to be cross-trained to reception and scheduled there as needed.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
• Highly Prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40lbs on own.
• Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
• Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.

Compensation:

• Base hourly rate of $14.00-$18.00 DOE
• Eligible for periodic bonus (where applicable)

Example of possible benefits that are to be included, if applicable:

• Medical, Vision, Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Allowances