Veterinary Assistant Surgeon

Doonanimalwelfarefoundation; Dehradun; On-site; INR 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food provided

Accommodation provided

Job summary

Doonanimalwelfarefoundation in Dehradun invites a dedicated Paravet or veterinary care assistant to join our animal welfare team. You will assist veterinarians, conduct basic health checks, and support during vaccination, wound care, and emergencies, ensuring safe handling of animals.

You will maintain medical records, monitor recovery, manage feeding and hygiene, and help with rescue operations under supervision. A compassionate, responsible team player with relevant qualifications is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Paravet or in veterinary care is required.
• Knowledge of animal handling and basic healthcare procedures.
• Ability to assist veterinarians during medical emergencies.
• Compassion, responsibility and good teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in animal treatment, healthcare and rescue operations.
• Conduct basic health check-ups and monitor animals' health conditions.
• Provide support during vaccination, wound dressing and medication.
• Handle and restrain animals safely during examinations and treatment.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment histories.
• Monitor animal recovery and ensure proper feeding, hygiene and care.
• Assist in emergency rescue operations and provide first aid.
• Ensure proper handling of medical equipment and cleanliness.

Skills

Paravet experience

Animal handling

Healthcare procedures

Teamwork

Education

Veterinary or animal healthcare qualification

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians in animal treatment, healthcare, and rescue operations.
• Conduct basic health check-ups and monitor animals' health conditions.
• Provide support during vaccination, wound dressing, and medication under veterinary supervision.
• Handle and restrain animals safely during examinations and treatment.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment histories.
• Monitor animal recovery and ensure proper feeding, hygiene, and care.
• Assist in emergency rescue operations and provide first aid to animals.
• Ensure proper handling of medical equipment and maintain cleanliness.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Paravet or in veterinary care is required.
• Knowledge of animal handling, basic treatment, and healthcare procedures.
• Ability to assist veterinarians during medical emergencies.
• Compassion for animals, responsibility, and good teamwork skills.
• Relevant veterinary or animal healthcare qualification preferred.

Benefits:

Food and accommodation provided.