Veterinary Technician Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

What a veterinary assistant means to us.

“While every position within the veterinary practice team is important, veterinary assistants play a pivotal role, literally. In the course of a single day, an assistant provides help to veterinarians and veterinary technicians, which in turn allows those team members to perform the tasks and responsibilities of their positions. The next minute, the assistant may be helping a client understand why having their pet's teeth cleaned is so important. Helping to fill scripts, keeping exam rooms clean and prepped, setting up lab work, helping with inventory, updating medical records, assisting with nursing care — there are more things that veterinary assistants do in a day than most people realize.”

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous on-the-job training desirable, but not required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous animal care background is desirable, but not required.

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 18 years old.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when stressed, ill or in pain.
• Can stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• Is well-spoken and approaches his/her job duties in a mature nature.
• Can support and be a part of teamwork; works well with all levels of hospital team members.
• Has excellent client communication skills
• Physical Effort: Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
• Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases.

Compensation:

• Compensation is based on experience. Hourly rate starts at $10.00, and a 90 day trial period goes into effect. After 90 days an evaluation will be done and pay will be reviewed. Benefits are outlined in the employee manual and are separate from the hourly wage.
• Can provide compassionate care to patients and clients.
• Can conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks.
• Can prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Can effectively restrain pets even when large or difficult.
• Understands the importance of a clean and orderly facility, does not hesitate to clean or organize as part of a normal job duty.
• Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees.
• Can set up clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, ear cytology and fungal cultures; maintains file of lab test results and ensures that test results are recorded in patient records.
• Can effectively position for and take radiographs.
• Performs other duties as assigned including assisting in other areas.
• Aid in the husbandry of hospitalized animals. Including walking and cleaning cages.

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply.

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required.
• Temperature screenings.
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place.

Job Type: Full-time.

Salary: From $15.00 per hour.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching.
• Dental insurance.
• Employee discount.
• Flexible schedule.
• Health insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Vision insurance.

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift.
• Weekend availability.