What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician/Assistant position at Shelbyville Road Veterinary Hospital?
We are looking for the immediate hire of a full time veterinary assistant. Experience working with animals is preferred, but not required. If you do not have experience, we will train you.
The veterinary assistant will help the veterinarian and other staff in examining dogs and cats. Other duties include maintaining clean and sanitary conditions in exam and operating rooms, restraining animals, and speaking with clients in person and on the phone. The ideal candidate must be willing to learn new skills and develop their talents as an assistant.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Care for animals by bathing, feeding, watering, and with exercising
- Sanitize examining rooms and surface areas
- Assist in holding and restraining animals during exams
- Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and tools
- Ensure exam and operating rooms are stocked
- Assist vet and vet technicians with surgical procedures
- Provide care for animals after procedures
- Change animal bandages, bedding, and kennel materials
- Ensure all cages and kennels are clean
- Administer medications
- Assist in collecting samples such as blood or urine for testing
- Assist in emergency first aid
- Communicate with owners and families on surgery and recovery instructions
- Educate owners about animal health, conditions, and proper care
- Perform administrative duties such as updating files and processing payments
Requirements and Qualifications:
- One (1) year previous experience in animal care or in a clinic preferred but not required. If you do not have experience as a veterinary assistant, we will train you.
- Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- Basic understanding of animal behavior and health care preferred. If you need training, we will train you.
- Interpersonal communication skills to communicate with owners and other veterinary staff
- Attention to detail in order to maintain accurate patient records
- Physical ability to restrain larger pets
- Able to work extended hours when necessary
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $15