Essential duties and responsibilities:
- Provide assistance to our Veterinary Technicians and Veterinarians
- Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room
- Take pets’ weight and other vital signs upon arrival
- Provide patient restraint during procedures and examinations
- Feed, bathe and care for patients who stay overnight in our facility
- Provide assistance during radiology procedures
- Clean and maintain the surgical room in preparation for procedures
- Prepare instruments and medications as directed by veterinary personnel
- Perform treatments as directed by our Veterinarians
- Administer medication as directed
- Calm and soothe anxious patients
- Adhere to hospital’s safety and wellness regulations
- Educate clients about our vaccine protocols
Qualifications:
- High school diploma/GED required
- 2+ years’ experience working with animals
- 1+ years’ experience working as a Veterinary Assistant a plus
- Comfort around all types of animals required
- Experience with animal restraint a plus
Other: Veterinary Assistants must possess good critical thinking and problem solving skills, compassion, a positive attitude, follow-through and excellent communication and teamwork skills. Multitasking and accepting constructive criticism is essential. Punctuality is expected. This job description does not necessarily cover every task or duty that might be assigned. There may be additional responsibilities assigned as necessary.
To be considered for this position, please email your resume/CV and cover letter to delrayvets1@gmail.com.
If you have questions or concerns about this job description, contact the Practice Manager at delrayvets1@gmail.com.