Veterinary Assistant

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Cainhoy Veterinary Hospital is a hiring part-time Veterinary Assistantsto 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 high-quality compassionate medical and surgical care for your canine and feline family members expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family too.
• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180 partner hospitals across the country.

Salary: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour determined by the candidates skills experience and qualifications.

Schedule:Half day Monday Wednesdays Fridays and Alternating Saturday

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:

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting is required.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection administering medication and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About Cainhoy Veterinary Hospital

Cainhoy Veterinary Hospital opened in February of 2021 and is a state-of-the-art full-service veterinary hospital with the mission to be Cainhoys premier Veterinary Hospital by delivering high-quality individualized and compassionate care to the community we serve. We cater to the dogs and cats of the Cainhoy Historic District in Charleston SC and the surrounding areas.

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