Vet Assistant: 4-Day Week, No Weekends, PTO

Rustburg Veterinary Clinic; Rustburg (VA); On-site; USD 37,250,000 - 45,847,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet discount

Simple IRA match (after 6mo)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holiday's

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Rustburg Veterinary Clinic in Rustburg, VA, is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our busy practice. You will assist doctors, restrain animals, collect samples, and help with dental cleanings.

We value team players with a positive attitude, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting; one year of experience is preferred. We offer a 4-day work week, no weekends, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with both animals and people.
• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Remains calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
• Proficiency with computer software.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, multitasking environment.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assisting doctors and technicians in the exam rooms, treatment area and surgery.
• Filling prescriptions.
• Restraining pets for exams and treatments.
• Cleaning hospital treatment and exam areas.
• Collect samples (urine, blood, feces, etc.) and running necessary tests.
• Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians (intravenous, intramuscular, oral, rectal, etc.).
• Prepping and monitoring patients for anesthesia.
• Performing dental cleanings.

Skills

passion for animals and people

records accuracy

written and verbal communication

stays calm under pressure

computer software proficiency

multitasking in fast-paced environment

ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Job description

Rustburg Veterinary Clinic in Rustburg, VA, is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our busy practice. You will assist doctors, restrain animals, collect samples, and help with dental cleanings.

We value team players with a positive attitude, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting; one year of experience is preferred. We offer a 4-day work week, no weekends, and benefits.