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SalaryWe are looking for an experienced, full-time Veterinary Assistant to be a part of our work-family! We are an established, small, single-doctor hospital, caring for dogs and cats (and their people). The Veterinary Assistant is an important part of our team--caring for the animals, but also responsible for the day-to-day operations of a veterinary practice. The schedule is Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30am-5:30pm, Tuesday 8:30am-12:30pm
Duties include:
assisting veterinarian with animal restraint during exams
in-house labwork: fecal flotation, heartworm, chemistry
monitoring patients under anesthesia
assisting during surgical procedures
dental cleanings
cleaning and sterilizing instruments
pharmacy: filling prescriptions, restocking medications and recording drugs
assisting with digital radiography
cleaning tables, equipment, cages and runs
walking, feeding and medicating boarded and hospitalized patients
baths, nail trims and anal glands
discharging pets to their owners, discussing medications and aftercare
taking brief histories from clients about their pets
occasionally answering the phone and assisting the receptionists
Qualities of an assistant:
compassion for pets and empathy for clients
outgoing and a team-player
excellent communication with co-workers and clients
thorough and organized
reliable and hard-working
able to meet physical demands such as bending, or lifting up to 50 pounds
We have a close-knit, fun-loving environment here at Brentwood Animal Hospital. Offering paid-time-off, employee discounts and a great hourly rate!'
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Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $14.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
- Why are you interested in this job?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Veterinary Experience: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
