Veterinary Assistant

Animal Clinic of La Porte; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal clinic is seeking a dedicated veterinary assistant in Reno, NV. The role involves helping with patient care, monitoring animals, and providing exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates enjoy working with animals and possess multitasking skills. Join a supportive team committed to animal advocacy.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Prefer 1+ years of experience in veterinary settings.
• Ability to handle stressed or ill animals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and assist post-surgery.
• Administer medications under supervision.

Skills

Multitasking

Animal handling

Customer service

Job description

Job Description

The veterinary assistant is the entire team's primary support. Every department relies on their significant role in aiding with a variety of services to provide excellent client and patient care.

• The base hourly range for this position is $16- $22 with a signing bonus. Our pay ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Job Description Overview:

• Assist with patient care and treatment
• Monitor hospitalized pets / aid in caring for animals after surgery
• Take TPR and patient history in rooms
• Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
• Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (e.g., radiographs, bloodwork, fecal analysis)
• Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
• Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas
• Administer medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision
• Monitor anesthesia
• Answer phones and return calls for doctors
• Provide customer service
• Help clients with their pets

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years old or older
• Must be a self-starter, able to multitask, and a team player
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can handle animals when stressed, ill, or in pain
• Prefer 1+ years of experience
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting, carrying, and restraining animals (assisted by staff for animals over 40 lbs). Should be able to lift 40 lbs independently
• Ability to walk or stand for extended periods; frequently work in a bent or squatting position
• Experience working in a team-oriented environment with all levels of hospital staff

If you are passionate about animals and interested in joining a team of dedicated animal advocates, our hospital may be the right fit for you.

About National Veterinary Associates:

We are a leading global pet care organization united by our love for animals. Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams, providing resources to practice medicine their way, and connecting a network of over 1,000 hospitals. We support your professional growth through mentorship, ownership opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, and paid time off. For Colorado-based positions, we also offer paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave, complying with state laws. NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information.