What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Youngsville Animal Hospital?
Youngsville Animal Hospital is seeking a Full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our growing clinic family.
Duties Include, but not limited to:
Maintain proper animal care including feeding, watering, and providing clean bedding.
- Medicate animals as directed by the veterinarian by administering oral (liquid or pills), injections (SQ, IM, or IV) and SQ fluids.
- Ensure proper restraint of animals in and out of exam room when required.
- Maintain proper order of supplies such as syringes/needles, medications, surgical and bandage supplies, etc.
- Ensure proper cleanliness and sanitation of entire hospital; including grounds, sidewalks, and parking lot.
- Be competent in the operation of all laboratory, radiological equipment, anesthesia equipment, and testing material.
- Be able to perform dental prophylaxis on dogs and cats, as well as be able to properly set up for any necessary medical procedures including surgeries.
- Provide customer service with a friendly and helpful manner.
About Youngsville Animal Hospital:
Youngsville Animal Hospital was established in 2015 and ever since we have created a hometown feel in a hospital that provides world-class veterinary care. Our full service hospital has been built on a focus on the client and their pet as a part of our family. We treat them no different than we would treat our own pets. Our veterinary assistant staff is expected to possess the same skills that focus on client-patient management and a customer-first focus on quality management.
We have experienced exciting growth since our inception; why not join us for our energizing future! We focus on client education and quality medicine through a dedicated support staff, in house diagnostics, and continuing education. As a family-based organization, we not only understand but also promote a work/life balance. We offer competitive pay and benefits and the opportunity to grow in your career.
If you would like the opportunity to grow your career in a family oriented, community-based environment, please submit your resume to us. We look forward to engaging with you soon!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $11.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Veterinary Technician Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11 - $15