What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician Unlicensed position at Family Pet Hospital?
Job Summary
Join Our Team as a Veterinary Assistant
Are you passionate about animal care and eager to grow your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? Our thriving animal hospital is seeking licensed and experienced Veterinary Assistants to join our dedicated team. We pride ourselves on our strong, team-led mentoring culture, and we’re excited to welcome a new team member who shares our commitment to providing exceptional care to our patients.
Why Join Us?
- Team-Driven Mentoring:Be part of a team that supports your professional growth through collaboration and mentorship.
- Flexible Scheduling: We operate during regular weekday hours from 8 am to 6:15 pm. We value flexibility and seek candidates available for shifts within these hours.
- Diverse Experience: Gain experience with a wide range of cat and dog breeds, ensuring each day brings new challenges and learning opportunities.
- Compensation & Growth: Your starting base wage is determined by your experience, with opportunities for bi-weekly wage increases based on completed training tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Escort clients and patients to exam rooms and collect and record detailed animal information.
- Perform routine procedures and assist doctors with restraint and treatment.
- Administer vaccines and document services using our computer systems.
- Communicate doctor’s instructions to pet owners and handle payments for services.
- Assist in preparing and monitoring patients before, during, and after surgery.
- Conduct lab tests, record results, and notify doctors and clients of findings.
- Fill prescriptions, manage inventory, and maintain cleanliness in treatment areas.
- Perform radiography tasks and assist with other duties as needed to support our veterinary team.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Education: High school diploma or GED required.
- Experience:Minimum of 2 years working with animals and 1 year as a Veterinary Assistant.
- Comfortable handling all breeds of cats and dogs.
- Skills: Strong math aptitude, excellent communication, organizational skills, and proficiency in software data entry.
- Customer Service: Ability to provide exceptional service and support to our clients.
**Important Note:** Please note that the veterinary field recognizes the titles of "veterinary technician" or "nurse" only for those who are licensed accordingly.
If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a passionate team dedicated to animal health and well-being, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply Now to become an integral part of our animal care family.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Application Question(s):
- How many hours per week (M-F) are you available to work? (Answer required)
- How long (months/years) do you anticipate being available for the indicated hours? (Answer required)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $21