Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Full-Time, On-Site

Spot On Vet; Westport (CT); Vor Ort; USD 26.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Accrued paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Zusammenfassung

Spot On Vet in Westport, CT seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care in a hands-on, on-site hospital environment.

The role emphasizes animal handling, sanitation, and preparation for procedures, with hospital experience preferred but not required. Strong judgment, reliability, and willingness to learn are valued traits for this team-oriented setting.

Qualifikationen

• Hands-on experience caring for animals in a professional setting such as veterinary medicine, boarding, daycare, grooming, animal shelters, or related fields.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately with understanding of animal behavior and welfare.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to a clean, safe environment.
• Dependability, sound judgment, and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn veterinary hospital procedures and follow directions from veterinary professionals.
• Strong communication skills and a professional attitude.
• Ability to meet physical demands of animal care (standing, walking, cleaning, assisting with handling).

Aufgaben

• Provide daily patient care, including feeding, fresh water, walking, and monitoring patients' general condition.
• Assist veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians with patient care and procedures as directed.
• Safely handle and restrain patients during examinations and procedures according to protocols.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain treatment areas, kennels, equipment, and hospital spaces.
• Prepare and maintain medical equipment and supplies, including cleaning and sterilizing surgical instruments.
• Observe patients and report changes in behavior, appetite, or condition to the medical team.
• Follow hospital protocols for patient safety, sanitation, infection control, and animal handling.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support efficient hospital operations and a positive patient experience.

Kenntnisse

Animal care

Safe animal handling

Attention to detail

Team player

Willingness to learn

Communication

Physical stamina

Jobbeschreibung

Spot On Vet in Westport, CT seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care in a hands-on, on-site hospital environment.

The role emphasizes animal handling, sanitation, and preparation for procedures, with hospital experience preferred but not required. Strong judgment, reliability, and willingness to learn are valued traits for this team-oriented setting.