What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Veterinary Assistant position at Aurora Animal Hospital?
Aurora Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing 6-doctor practice.
We have a wide range of services available that include orthopedics, rehabilitation, oncology, diagnostic imaging, general surgery, in-house labs, dentistry, and wellness visits.
Schedule: Part-time shift: Mondays and Tuesdays 8:45am-5:45pm with an hour lunch.
Compensation: Pay depends on experience. $17-$19/hr.
Location: Across from Creamers field at 1201 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK
Assistant duties and requirements:
- Provide care to our hospitalized and post-surgical patients, recording activities in the medical records.
- Assist within the exam room by obtaining medical history and vitals, restraining, preparing forms, obtaining instruments, and invoicing services.
- Clean, disinfect, and maintain exam rooms, kennels, cages, and wards as often as is necessary.
- Perform general cleaning and stocking of hospital exam rooms and treatment areas.
- Know common drugs and protocols and be able to explain them to clients.
- Conduct laboratory tests.
- Perform nail trims, anal gland expression, and light grooming.
- Assist with positioning and taking radiographs.
- Organize work area and exercise time management skills to maximize personal efficiency within the practice. Prioritize tasks and handle multiple tasks in a calm, organized manner.
- Knowledge of Fear Free is a plus!
- Perform other duties as assigned including assisting in other areas.
Benefits for You:
- Employee Discount (After 90 days)
- Uniform Allowance (at least 1 year of employment)
- Retirement Program (at least 2 years of employment)
- Continuing Education (DOE)
If this sounds like an environment you would flourish in, we invite you to send a cover letter, your resume, and a contact list of at least 3 professional references.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 20 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19