Part-Time Vet Assistant: Surgical Support & Client Care

Humane Society of Greater Dayton; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The Humane Society of Greater Dayton is seeking a motivated veterinary assistant who combines technical care with excellent client service. This part-time, in-person role supports surgeons, clinicians, and clients in a fast-paced clinic environment.

Responsibilities include assisting the surgical team, managing appointments, restraining patients, invoicing, and lab work. Must be able to stand long shifts and lift up to 40 pounds; teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented veterinary assistant with patient care and client communication skills.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and clinic workflows.
• Ability to stand long shifts and lift heavy objects as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team.
• Assist in appointments and patient handling.
• Restrain and manage patients.
• Communicate with clients and educate them.
• Create invoices and estimates.
• Clean and maintain the facility.
• Nurse animals and care for patients in clinic.
• Assist pre and post-operative patients.
• Assist in catheter placement.
• Operate lab equipment and perform fecal analysis.
• Understand medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Able to stand for 10-hour shifts.
• Able to lift 40 pounds alone or 100 pounds assisted.
• Teamwork is essential.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Medical terminology

Stamina for long shifts

Lifting 40 pounds

Tools

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

The Humane Society of Greater Dayton is seeking a motivated veterinary assistant who combines technical care with excellent client service. This part-time, in-person role supports surgeons, clinicians, and clients in a fast-paced clinic environment.

Responsibilities include assisting the surgical team, managing appointments, restraining patients, invoicing, and lab work. Must be able to stand long shifts and lift up to 40 pounds; teamwork is essential.