What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant/Technician position at Lindsay Veterinary Clinic?
Our clinic is currently seeking a qualified individual to join our team as a Veterinary Technician or Assistant. The qualified applicant must have a great work ethic, excellent customer service skills, be competent in math, be willing to learn and apply new skills quickly and be able to adapt to change easily. Pay is based on experience.
Job description:
The Veterinary Assistant will perform a wide variety of duties including, but not limited to:
*cleaning/sanitizing tables, kennels
*emptying trash cans
*cleaning exam room counters and sinks
*vacuuming and mopping
*maintaining cleanliness throughout the entire clinic.
As your training moves forward, your responsibilities will include:
*blood draws and IV cath placement
*animal restraint
*treatment of hospitalized/sick patients
*running routine lab work in house and preparing injections
*Prepping and assisting with surgeries
*making appointments/checking patients in and out
*assisting the veterinarian or technician with patient care during appointments
*monitoring hospitalized/surgical patients
*prepare prescriptions
*maintain inventory
Requirements:
*team player
*self starter
*focused and able to multi task
*lift up to 50 lbs
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20