Overnight Veterinary Assistant: Pet Care & Comfort

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Springfield (OR); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

PTO

Employee Assistance Program

401K

Medical

Dental

Vision

Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance

Employer Paid Life and AD&D

Descripción de la vacante

Lakefield Veterinary Group is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe, compassionate care for pets. You will prepare rooms, obtain histories, restrain and monitor pets, and educate owners under veterinary direction.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, NAVTA program preferred, and about one year of pet care experience. Flexibility for evenings/weekends is a plus.

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program preferred.
• One year of experience in a pet care setting preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Support veterinarians and technicians to ensure safe, quality care.
• Prepare exam rooms and equipment; assist during procedures.
• Obtain and document patient histories and vaccination records.
• Calm and restrain pets as needed; monitor vital signs post-procedure.
• Educate owners on care and medications under supervision.
• Maintain accurate records and schedules; keep facilities clean.

Conocimientos

Animal science knowledge

Pharmacology basics

Computer skills

Communication skills

Dose calculation

Empathy/compassion

Attention to detail

Time management

Discretion

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program

Herramientas

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Industry internet sites

Descripción del empleo

Lakefield Veterinary Group is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe, compassionate care for pets. You will prepare rooms, obtain histories, restrain and monitor pets, and educate owners under veterinary direction.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, NAVTA program preferred, and about one year of pet care experience. Flexibility for evenings/weekends is a plus.