Certified Veterinary Assistant

The Veterinary Assistant provides vital support to our veterinarians and veterinary technicians by ensuring a clean, safe, and efficient clinical environment. This role involves handling animals, assisting with procedures, and performing administrative tasks to ensure high-quality care for pantients and the people who love them.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians during examinations and procedures
• Restrain animals safely and humanely during treatments or exams
• Feed, bathe, groom, and exercise animals as needed
• Clean and disinfect exam rooms, kennels, cages, and surgical areas
• Prepare exam and treatment areas with necessary supplies and equipment
• Collect and label samples (urine, feces, blood) for testing
• Administer medications and treatments under veterinary supervision
• Surgery monitoring
• Obtain patients vitals
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Educate pet owners on post-treatment care, medications, and procedures
• Handle administrative tasks such as answering phones, scheduling, and filing
  
  

Requirements

• Ability to lift and restrain animals (up to 40 lbs. or more)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassion, patience, and attention to detail
• Willingness to work weekends and evenings
• Completion of a veterinary assistant training program
  
  

Compensation

• Base hourly rate of $16.00-$18.00
  
  

Example benefits offered to full-time team members, if applicable

• Medical, Vision, Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts