Veterinary Assistant

veterinarypracticepartners; Cañon City (CO); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Fourmile Veterinary Clinic in Colorado is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff, delivering compassionate care and excellent client service.

You will assist during exams and procedures, restrain animals safely, prepare rooms, collect samples, administer medications, maintain records, and communicate care plans to pet owners; schedule is 4 days, weekdays 7:45a-5:30p.

Formación

• Must have 1+ years of veterinary assistant experience.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsabilidades

• 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

Conocimientos

Veterinary experience

Animal handling

Physical stamina

Herramientas

Diagnostic equipment

Descripción del empleo

Veterinary Assistant

Fourmile Veterinary Clinic is hiring a full-time Vet Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

Salary: $15.75-$17/hr. based on experience and skill set.

Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:45a-5:30pm, 4-day work week, closed weekends

Key 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

Qualifications:

• Must have 1+ years of veterinary assistant experience.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About Fourmile Veterinary Clinic

We're focused on making sure our hospital has the right tools to allow our doctor and medical staff the ability to provide excellent service and care. In addition to diagnostic and preventative services, our hospital is equipped with digital radiography and in-house labs. We also offer large/farm animal care and pulmonary arterial pressure (PAP) testing.

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