Vet Services Assistant - Field & Clinic Support

CLEMU Clemson University; Pendleton (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University is seeking a Vet Services Assistant to support the daily operations of Clemson Veterinary Services.

Under the direction and supervision of veterinarians and veterinary technicians, this position performs animal care and veterinary assistant duties, assists with field service calls and clinic visits, and provides administrative and operational support to the ambulatory services and/or community clinic team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree substitutions acceptable.
• 3–5+ years of experience in large animal ambulatory service or large animal care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.
• Supervisory responsibilities: Not responsible for supervising employees.
• Budgetary responsibilities: No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
• Physical requirements: Move 50 lbs or more; exposure to bio-hazards; standard working conditions.
• Work schedule: Standard Hours: 37.5
• Compensation information: Salary range 40,000; dependent on experience and Clemson guidelines.

Skills

Animal handling

Client communication

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in animal health technology or related agriculture

High school diploma

Job description

Clemson University is seeking a Vet Services Assistant to support the daily operations of Clemson Veterinary Services.

Under the direction and supervision of veterinarians and veterinary technicians, this position performs animal care and veterinary assistant duties, assists with field service calls and clinic visits, and provides administrative and operational support to the ambulatory services and/or community clinic team.