Senior Veterinary Assistant

About the role

Our hospital is seeking a Full-Time Senior Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. The Senior Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals.

Responsibilities

• Restraining animals during initial examinations when necessary
• Stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies
• Sterilizing tools and ensuring equipment is in working order
• Communicating with clients (pet owners) and updating patient files

Requirements

• Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi‑task in a hands‑on environment
• Energetic people‑and‑pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
• Compassionate and caring
• Willing to work flexible hours including weekends
• Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting
• Regular on‑site presence required; in‑person attendance necessary to support patient care, respond to time‑sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain safety and well‑being of patients, clients, and staff

Skills

• Venipuncture
• Catheter placement
• Anesthesia administration
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Dental prophylaxis
• Radiography
• Administering medications
• Performing laboratory analysis
• Client education
• Prior customer service experience
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave
• One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
• Short‑term and long‑term disability options
• Supplemental insurance options
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Scrub allowance
• Hands‑on and E‑training
• Professional growth opportunities
• Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students