Veterinary Assistant

Vetpartners; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice is seeking a full-time or part-time Vet Assistant in Sioux Falls. This role involves assisting veterinarians and technicians, providing compassionate animal care, and maintaining accurate medical records. A supportive environment offering competitive pay and benefits is emphasized in this essential position.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee pet discount

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
• Technical know-how in disinfection and medication administration.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals in a safe and compassionate manner.
• Prepare examination and surgical areas, ensuring cleanliness.

Skills

Handling animals safely

Compassionate care

Technical know-how

Job description

Best Care Pet Hospital is hiring a full-time or part-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!

What to Expect

As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve —medical, dental, vision, retirement—plus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• Paid time off. Catch your breath with paid holidays and PTO.

Salary: $15-$18/hr based on experience and skillset.

Schedule: 7:30am-6 pm Monday- Friday, Rotating Saturdays 8am-12pm

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:

• 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.

Why Best Care Pet Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD?

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 specialty and advanced care, sport medicine and rehab, and a variety of specialty surgeries.

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