What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Cat Depot?
Experienced Veterinary Assistant needed. Do you love cats? Cat Depot is looking for that fast-paced, highly motivated, detail-oriented person who wants to work hard and have fun as part of an energetic, synergistic team. Our veterinarians and technicians have fun sharing what they know and want you to excel and advance your career goals.
If you have a good knowledge of cats, a steady job history in the veterinary industry or closely related field, and a fast-paced, positive and enthusiastic attitude, you could be the one we're looking for.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare cages, exam tables, instruments, equipment, rooms and cats for various procedures.
- Assist veterinarians with examinations, procedures, and surgery.
- Provide cat friendly, fear free handling techniques for exams and treatments (Fear Free Certification or willing to obtain certification required).
- Monitor and record vital signs of cats.
- Perform laboratory tests such as bloodwork and urinalysis.
- Clean and sterilize equipment, instruments, and facility.
- Maintain inventory of supplies and medications.
- Assist with radiographs and other diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Deliver excellent client service to employees, volunteers, adopters and clients.
- Using practice software to document communications and medical procedures.
Requirements
- Demonstrate a single focus: helping cats and their people live better lives
- Previous experience working as a veterinary assistant
- Know fear free restraint techniques are be willing to learn
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks while maintaining strict detail accuracy
- Desire to do whatever is necessary as part of an efficient team
- Physical stamina and ability to stand for long periods of time
Get ready to enjoy work every day! Be part of our talented group of passionate, cat focused team players dedicated to making the lives of cats happier and healthier!
Please send resume' and cover letter when applying for this position
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
Application Question(s):
- Why is this position working only with cats the purrfect fit for you?
- Are you Fear Free Certified?
Work Location: In person
