Surgical Veterinary Assistant for a Busy Animal Care Team

Rockingham Harrisonburg SPCA; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO with increases every other year &照

Employer sponsored life insurance

Supplemental insurance offerings (STD,

Job summary

The Rockingham-Harrisonburg SPCA's Veterinary Care Center is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support the veterinarian and Licensed Veterinary Technician in a fast-paced surgical setting. The role involves preparing paperwork, transporting animals, and assisting with routine surgeries and post-operative care.

Compensation ranges from $17 to $20 per hour for full-time, non-exempt work, with a schedule Tue-Sat 8:30am–5:00pm.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a surgical setting preferred.
• Ability to handle animals effectively and humanely.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word/Google Docs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surgical paperwork (patient charts and discharge instructions).
• Transport animals from shelter to/from clinic for surgery/procedures.
• Perform instrument cleaning, pack preparation and sterilization.
• Restrain patients for vet examinations and during induction for the LVT.
• Prepare patients for surgery (shave and scrub).
• Monitor patients pre-, intra-, and post-operatively.
• Administer vaccinations and other treatments designated by the veterinarian post-operatively.
• Keep medical records up to date with accurate descriptions of patients and follow-up appointments.

Skills

Strong organizational and multitasking

Effective written and verbal comms

Microsoft Word/Google Docs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Google Docs

Job description

The Rockingham-Harrisonburg SPCA's Veterinary Care Center is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support the veterinarian and Licensed Veterinary Technician in a fast-paced surgical setting. The role involves preparing paperwork, transporting animals, and assisting with routine surgeries and post-operative care.

Compensation ranges from $17 to $20 per hour for full-time, non-exempt work, with a schedule Tue-Sat 8:30am–5:00pm.