Seymour Veterinary Clinic- Veterinary Assistant Template

VetEvolve; Tennessee; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Seymour, Tennessee, is looking for an experienced veterinary assistant to assist with animal care and ensure a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, compassion, and the ability to handle animals safely. Responsibilities include cleaning facilities, maintaining records, and educating clients. This is a temporary, seasonal position with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn new techniques.
• Ability to safely restrain animals and perform/assess diagnostic procedures.
• Experience as a veterinary assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and other staff with animal care.
• Clean and disinfect facilities.
• Sterilize equipment.
• Maintain patient records.
• Educate clients.
• Maintain inventory.
• Support a friendly and collaborative team environment.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Compassion

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Job description

Overview

Seymour Veterinary Clinic, a full-service companion animal focused general practice, was established in 1977 in Seymour, Tennessee. The clinic offers a variety of capabilities and equipment to provide the best possible care, including digital x-ray and dental x-ray equipment, ultrasound, and an in-house lab. Areas of focus include dental services, orthopedics, oncology, and dermatology. We maintain a friendly, supportive workplace and pride ourselves on a positive culture.

We are looking for an experienced veterinary assistant who will play a vital role in assisting veterinarians. In this position, you must be able to safely restrain animals, administer oral and injectable medications, and perform standard diagnostic tests including sample collection (blood, urine, feces).

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and other staff with animal care
• Clean and disinfect facilities
• Sterilize equipment
• Maintain patient records
• Educate clients
• Maintain inventory
• Support a friendly and collaborative team environment
• Adhere to safety and quality standards in a fast-paced setting

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, compassion, attention to detail, and physical stamina
• Willingness to learn new techniques
• Ability to safely restrain animals and perform/assess diagnostic procedures
• Experience as a veterinary assistant preferred

Employment details

• Employment type: Temporary
• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Note: This role is described as a seasonal position with flexible hours