Veterinary Assistant

Description

Join our Community Veterinary Clinic and help provide high-quality, affordable care for pets in need. As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll support our team by monitoring animal health, assisting with treatments, and ensuring smooth surgical procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Level 1 (Entry-Level):

• Assist with pre- and post-surgery care and maintain disease control protocols.
• Keep exam and surgery areas clean, stocked, and organized.
• Handle and restrain animals for exams, treatments, and anesthesia.
• Maintain medical records and enter data into our clinic database.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Educate clients on pet care, medications, and post-surgical instructions.
• Train staff on basic technical skills and sanitation procedures.

Level 2 (Intermediate):

• Train staff and volunteers on disease control, clinic protocols, and client education.
• Assist with lab work, radiology, and filling prescriptions.
• Provide guidance and resources to pet owners about veterinary care and wellness.
• Work independently to solve problems and make care-related decisions.

Level 3 (Advanced):

• Perform dental procedures and CPR.
• Become a Registered Medication Clerk.
• Assist in humane euthanasia with proper training.

Qualifications:

• Experience monitoring anesthesia and assisting in surgery.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.
• Compassionate communication with pet owners, staff, and volunteers.
• Attention to detail in record-keeping and inventory management.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Work in a community veterinary clinic serving a diverse range of clients and pets.
• Exposure to animals, noise, cleaning chemicals, and potential zoonotic diseases.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks such as bending, kneeling, and restraining animals.

This is an at-will position. HSSW participates in E-Verify