What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equine Veterinary Assistant position at South 40 Veterinary Hospital?
EQUINE VETERINARY TECHNICIAN/ASSISTANT
SOUTH 40 EQUINE
South 40 Equine is seeking a Part-time Equine Veterinary Technician to join our team.
We are currently seeking compassionate and highly motivated individual who value exceptional client service in addition to outstanding patient care. We take a collaborative approach to care, with a focus on open communication. The ideal candidate will:
- Easily communicate with clients on all aspects of pet health.
- Be passionate about animal wellness and play a vital role in providing quality medicine.
- Show confidence in handling multiple tasks in sometimes stressful situations.
- Be a self-starter and possess strong organizational skills.
- Support veterinarians and other staff in daily patient and client care.
- Provide professional, efficient, and exceptional service at all times. This includes completing preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the clinic.
- Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sanitary and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.
Minimum Requirements:
- Two years' horse handling experience.
- Two years’ experience as a veterinarian technician.
- Must possess proper animal handling and restraint skills.
- Must be at least 18 years old to perform duties including radiography (x-ray).
- Able to stand, walk, stop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 45 pounds.
- High School diploma
The candidates for this position may be exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
This is a part-time position.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $15
