Veterinarian Assistant

When applying must include the following:

• Cover Letter explaining why you would be an asset to the team.
• Any limitations to work schedule such as school or additional responsibilities.
• Resume including previous experience with start/stop dates and previous employer contact info.

Please no phone calls about this position. Thank you!

Job Summary

Know your stuff when it comes to low-stress handling, restraint, and behavior modification of dogs and cats? Well-versed in the arts of client service, dog walking, general cleaning/maintenance, and providing compassionate care for hospitalized pets? Able to stand comfortably for sustained periods of time and lift at least 40 pounds?

Country Place Veterinary Clinic is looking to add new members to our clinic team! We are a three doctor, small and large animal, well established clinic. Our medical staff is highly utilized and are allowed the ability to contribute in many ways to our clinic while assisting the veterinarian. We also strive to maintain a balance between a small town clinic feel while also practicing gold standard medical care for our patients.

**Prior veterinary assistant experience or certification is a decided plus and applicants with animal handling experience in a professional setting will be given preference. Reliable transportation required. High School diploma or equivalent required.

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment
• Must be able to handle the physical and emotional aspect of work in a veterinary clinic environment, including the use of euthanasia.
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
• Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth.
• Must have active listening, critical thinking, complex problem solving, time management, judgment and decision making skills.
• Previous experience in the veterinary field and/or Certification preferred but not necessary
• Positive attitude and sense of humor
• Diligent work ethic and ability to self direct

This position MAY include the following job responsibilities

• Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively.
• Prepares and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Performs routine dental cleanings on animals under the direction of the veterinarian
• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts
• Administers emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures.
• Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments, as needed.
• Fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.
• Prepares animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.
• Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly.

Compensation and Benefits

Our competitive compensation package (full time only) includes paid holidays, paid time off, generous employee pet discount, bonus incentives, and opportunity to earn paid CE. No medical/health insurance is offered. Starting wage is negotiable based on veterinary experience. No veterinary or professional animal handling experience starts at $9.00/hour.

If you are interested in becoming a member of our team, please feel free to check us out at www.countryplacevet.com and on Facebook.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $9.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $9