Veterinary Assistant

Job Description, Duties And Expectations

• Aid with patient care and treatment
• Maintain inventory and stock
• Monitor hospitalized pets
• Aid in caring for animals after surgery
• Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
• Clean/disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital
• Administer medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision
• Feed/bathe animals
• Answer phones
• Help clients with their pets
• Start feeding/bathing animals

Qualifications

• Antech, IDEXX, digital and dental radiology knowledge
• Excellent communication and written skills as well as customer relation skills
• Surgical Experience (IV catheter placement and blood draws)
• Multi-tasking ability
• Ability to keep a calm environment
• Canine pet handling - Cat knowledge and handling
• Preventive care knowledge
• Handle tough conversations (cost, euthanasia, medical needs)
• Customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• Motivated to learn and continue your education
• Self starter
• Compassionate
• Provides excellent and expeditious client experience
• Aware of patient needs and correct monitoring and documentation of all medical treatments
• Always has the well being of the animal and its treatment in focus
• Keeps the team aware of all information

Pay

Starting wage is based on Experience - License - Surgical Skills and Urgent Care knowledge. Wage and Extras Based on the candidates knowledge and experience, in the veterinary field Pet Discounts up to 50% Quarterly bonuses Percentage of the employees’ health insurance is covered. TAH also offers medical coverage to your family as well. Disability, Vision, Dental, and 401K.

Benefits

• Education discounts and access to several educational opportunities
• Annual uniform allotment
• Employer paid short term disability