Veterinary Assistant: Clinical Care & Surgical Support

Sioux Falls Humane Society; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision and Dental

401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

Job summary

The Sioux Falls Humane Society is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to provide high-quality medical care for animals. This role involves administering medications, medical examinations, and assisting with surgeries. The ideal candidate will have animal handling experience, solid medical knowledge, and a passion for animal welfare.

Benefits include medical insurance, 401k with company match, and professional development opportunities, starting at $16 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have high comfort level with animal handling and restraint.
• Basic comfort level with administering medications (oral, topical, injectable).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with quick decision making.

Responsibilities

• Administer daily medications to a variety of animals.
• Perform medical examinations and write medical SOPs.
• Monitor anesthesia during surgical procedures.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Education

Animal handling experience

Basic medical knowledge

Shelter medicine knowledge

Job description

The Sioux Falls Humane Society is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to provide high-quality medical care for animals. This role involves administering medications, medical examinations, and assisting with surgeries. The ideal candidate will have animal handling experience, solid medical knowledge, and a passion for animal welfare.

Benefits include medical insurance, 401k with company match, and professional development opportunities, starting at $16 per hour based on experience.