Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Assistant
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Job Description
Willowrun Veterinary Hospital is hiring a fulltime Veterinary Assistantto work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians skilled technicians and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic reliable and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service we would love to hear from you!
What to Expect
As you join our mission to provide progressive highquality compassionate medical and surgical care for your canine and feline family members expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
- All the benefits you deservemedical dental vision retirementplus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family too.
- Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
Salary: $16.00 $18.00 per hour determined by the candidates skills experience and qualifications.
Schedule:
- Monday Friday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm
- One scheduled day off per week
- Rotating Saturday 8 am 1 pm
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations treatments and surgeries
- Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
- Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
- Perform basic laboratory tests such as collecting blood urine and stool samples
- Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
- Feed bathe and exercise animals as needed
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Communicate with pet owners about their pets care treatment plans and followup visits
- Clean and maintain the clinic including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment
Qualifications:
- Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
- Technical knowhow in areas such as disinfection administering medication and using diagnostic equipment.
- Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
About Willowrun Veterinary Hospital
Named the Best Veterinary Hospital in the 2023 Best of Johnston County awards Willowrun Veterinary Hospital is a place where compassion love of animals and community meet. We are located in the town of Smithfield North Carolina and stand as Johnston Countys oldest veterinary hospital. We are also one of the longestaccredited American Animal Hospital Association facilities in the country a badge we proudly wear
Employment Type
Hourly
