Emergency Veterinary Assistant - Critical Care

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Contributions

Job summary

Purdue University’s Purdue Veterinary Hospital in West Lafayette, IN is hiring a Veterinary Assistant for our Emergency and Critical Care team. You will assist with patient care, restraint, triage, and during emergency procedures, and help with stocking and cleaning to keep the service running around the clock.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma/GED and at least four years of veterinary experience; strong English communication skills and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• ],

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care including walking, feeding and cleaning.
• Restrain patients for exams and sample collection.
• Assist during emergency procedures and triage.
• Stock and order supplies; assist nursing team as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Emergency response

Read & write English

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Animal handling basics

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Purdue University’s Purdue Veterinary Hospital in West Lafayette, IN is hiring a Veterinary Assistant for our Emergency and Critical Care team. You will assist with patient care, restraint, triage, and during emergency procedures, and help with stocking and cleaning to keep the service running around the clock.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma/GED and at least four years of veterinary experience; strong English communication skills and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.