What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Starch Pet Hospital?
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We are a veterinary hospital that has multiple locations in the metro. We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant who will be responsible for the day-to-day care of dogs, cats, and exotics boarding in our hospital; as well as providing and maintaining a clean and sanitary working environment.
A veterinary assistant cares for animals in our hospital. Working under the supervision of aveterinarianorveterinary technician, he or she is responsible for feeding, and restraining them during examinations and treatment.
Vet assistants, clean and sterilize examination and operating rooms, as well as the equipment used in them.
Some also perform lab work, which includes collecting urine samples, and administering medicine and vaccinations. Veterinary assistants perform clerical duties as well.
We are currently hiring a part time veterinary assistant position.
Duties include but not limited to the following:
- Caring for Boarding Animals including dogs, cats and some exotics
- Feeding/watering animals
- Cleaning cages, runs, and outdoor areas
- Laundry-Letting Animals Outside-Monitoring the well being of boarding animals by recording appetite, activities, and elimination habits
- Assisting technicians/doctors in treatment/surgery
Potential candidates must possess:
- Ability to multi-task
- Reliable and flexible (shifts include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays)
- Willingness to learn
- Sufficient physical strength/mobility with the ability to lift over 50 lbs
- Ability to work in an environment with noise level
We are looking for team players who have a compassionate desire to care for animals and their environment. Previous animal experience is a plus, but we will train the right candidates!
This is a great entry level position to get your foot in the door of the veterinary industry!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Veterinary Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations
Salary : $13 - $17