What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant Opelika Alabama position at GLOBAL K9 PROTECTION GROUP LLC?
Job Details
Job Location: OPELIKA, AL
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Description
Descriptions/ Job Summary:
Veterinary Assistant
Job Type: Full-Time
$33,280-$46,000
Global K9 Protection Group LLC is looking for a professional and dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our Team. The candidate will have a strong understanding of medical procedures, a passion for animal welfare, good organizational skills, and great communication skills.
Description:
- High level of professionalism
- Maintain K9 Medical Tracker for all operational K9’s
- Works well in a team environment
- Triage all contact from K9 Handlers
- Communicate with field vets; update information for weekly K9 Medical Meeting
- Coordinate all vet visits (transport K9s); follow up on all care, treatments and medications at HQ
- Issue authorized medications/treatments under company vet instruction; keep medications secure on site
- Assist company vet with weekly visits and handler classes
Qualifications
Must successfully graduate Vet Tech school within 2 years of hire date.
Once Vet Tech License is obtained; $46k
- Administer all vaccinations (except Rabies); keep bulk vaccinations on site
- Assist company vet with any/all procedures on Global K9's (teeth cleaning, x-rays, surgeries, etc.)
- Assist with emergencies after hours and on weekends as necessary
Competencies:
- High level of professionalism
- Works well in a team environment
Physical Effort:
- Work requires lifting and carrying animals up to 40lbs
- Walk or stand for extended periods of time
Salary : $33,280 - $46,000
