Vet Assistant: Compassionate Animal Care & Surgery Support

Best Care Pet Hospital; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan with pet discount

Paid time off and holidays

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Best Care Pet Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to ensure animals receive top care during their stay. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about animal welfare and customer service, we want to hear from you!

Join a team dedicated to high standards of animal care, diagnostics, and compassionate client communication.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets' care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Disinfection

Administer medications

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Best Care Pet Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to ensure animals receive top care during their stay. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about animal welfare and customer service, we want to hear from you!

Join a team dedicated to high standards of animal care, diagnostics, and compassionate client communication.