What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Pet Medical Center of Springfield, VA?
At Pet medical center, we are looking for a Veterinary Assistant to care for pets and support Veterinarians. You’ll play an important role in bringing comfort to our furry patients and ensuring the smooth running of our facility. One of the most important Veterinary Assistant responsibilities is to ensure all areas are clean, for pets and humans alike. We’ll rely on you to assist the Veterinarian in examinations and operations. Do you love animals? Then you’re halfway there. You need the ability to care for them properly – that’s one of the most important Vet Assistant job requirements. This includes knowledge of routine tasks, like feeding or bathing pets, but also readiness to care for injured or scared pets that might occasionally lash out. If you’re organized, quick on your feet and have the stomach to help with medical operations and euthanasia, we’d like to meet you.
Responsibilities
- Weighing pets
- Clean cages
- Sterilize equipment and clean examination tables and rooms
- Restrain pets during examinations or vaccinations
- Soothe upset or frightened pets
- Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians (e.g. by mixing it with food)
- Observe patients behavior or health condition and report to the Vet
- Help in cases of emergencies
- Keep accurate records and logs
Skills
- Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position working with animals
- Experience in an administrative role is a plus
- Current or former pet ownership is an advantage
- Excellent communication skills
- Patient and caring personality
- Ability to follow instructions properly
- Comfortable being around pets (cats and dogs.)
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g. lift up to 40 lbs)
- Availability to occasionally work in emergencies
- A certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program is a plus
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Salary : $18 - $23