Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Assistant
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Job Description
Skinner Animal Clinic is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to 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 expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
- All the benefits you deservemedical dental vision retirement for full-time employees
- Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
- Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family too.
- 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
- Employee referral bonus. Earn $1000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180 partner hospitals across the country.
- Continuing education opportunities for our licensed technicians to grow and thrive in their careers
Salary: $18 - $19 per hour determined by the candidates skills experience and qualifications.
Schedule:Full-time averaging 3540 hours per week. Hours are MondayFriday 8:00 a.m.5:00 p.m. with every other Saturday from 8:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
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 follow-up visits
- Clean and maintain the clinic including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment
Qualifications:
- At least 1 year of veterinary experience.
- Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection administering medication and using diagnostic equipment.
- Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
About Skinner Animal Clinic
Skinner Animal Clinic is a modern full-service veterinary hospital offering everything from wellness exams and diagnostics to emergency care and surgical procedures. Our highly skilled team is trained to treat a wide range of conditions but our focus is always on preventative carebecause we believe its better to maintain good health than treat illness after it develops. We also take pride in educating our clients empowering them to practice preventative care at home.
Beyond exceptional medicine were dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming environment where pets feel safe and cared for and clients feel confident and supported. At Skinner Animal Clinic your four-legged family members are treated like our own.
Employment Type
Hourly
