Veterinary Assistant

Seven Oaks Veterinary Clinic located in Plymouth, IN is looking to add a Veterinary Assistant to our growing team!

About Us:

We are a well-established small animal practice treating every patient as if they were our own pet. Our highly trained team members are devoted to giving our patients the best care possible. We strive to help patients live longer and healthier, assisting in a better-quality life through preventative medicine and client education.

We see a variety of animals from cats/dogs, to exotics such as birds, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, hedgehogs, and even reptiles like bearded dragons, chameleons, and turtles!

At Seven Oaks, our clients are like family. We were established in 1980 and have built strong relationships with our clients and the community.

The veterinary assistant is the entire team's primary support. Every department relies on their significant role in aiding with a variety of services to provide excellent client and patient care.

Job Description Overview:

. Assist with patient care and treatment

. Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery

. Maintain inventory and stocking

. Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims

• Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e. Taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading fecal)

• Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment

• Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital

• Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision

• Feeding/bathing animals

• Answering phones

• Customer service

• Helping clients with their pets

Qualifications:

• Must be 18yrs old or older

• 1 years of experience required in a related field

• Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.

• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40lbs on own.

. Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.

. Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.

If you are passionate about animals and are interested in joining a team of highly devoted animal advocates, our hospital may be the right fit for you.

For more information about our hospital, please visit https://www.sevenoaksveterinaryclinic.com