What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant/Technician position at Riverbend Veterinary Clinic?
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to animals while supporting veterinarians in their daily tasks. This position requires a love for animals, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Duties
- Assist veterinarians during examinations and procedures.
- Prepare and maintain examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
- Handle and restrain animals safely during examinations, treatments, nail trimming, drawing blood, and basic grooming
- Administer medications and vaccinations as directed by the veterinarian.
- Dispensing, labeling, and renewing medication
- Perform basic laboratory tests, prepare slides and assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation for each animal.
- Billing and processing payments
Skills
- A proactive attitude towards learning new skills and adapting to various situations in a veterinary setting
- Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with pet owners and team members
- Ability to learn and perform basic laboratory tasks related to animal health assessments and care
- Experience with animal handling, behavior, and training techniques is preferred
- Basic computer skills
- Attention to detail and well organized
- Positive and adaptive thinker
Benefits
- Paid-time Off
- Holidays
- 401(K)
- Medical Insurance
- Continual Education Credits allowance
- Employee Discount
Join our team of passionate professionals dedicated to providing exceptional care for our furry patients. Your commitment to animal welfare will make a significant impact on the lives of pets and their owners.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $19