Veterinary Assistant, Davenport, Iowa

suvetocareers; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Employee discount

Job summary

Animal Family Veterinary Care Center, part of the Suveto network, is seeking an experienced veterinary assistant to join our team on a full-time basis. The role involves assisting veterinarians in general practice and emergency care, requiring compassion, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate will love animals, have excellent communication skills, and be willing to learn from senior staff.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a veterinary hospital or similar setting preferred.
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Provide compassionate care and support to patients and their owners.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of hospital and equipment.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and effectively.
• Participate in care and feeding of hospitalized patients.
• Adhere to hospital policies and procedures at all times.
• Collaborate with team to ensure high standards of patient care.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Teamwork

Medical terminology

Flexibility

Job description

Animal Family Veterinary Care Center, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is looking for an experiencedparrtime Veterinary Assistantsto join our Team!

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team on a full-time basis. The role will involve assisting our veterinarians in both General Practice and Emergency Care settings. This is a dynamic position that requires flexibility, compassion, and a strong work ethic. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for animals, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Provide compassionate care and support to patients and their owners
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of hospital and equipment
• Handle and restrain animals safely and effectively
• Participate in the care and feeding of hospitalized patients
• Adhere to hospital core values, policies and procedures at all times
• Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure the highest standard of patient care

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital or similar setting is preferred
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and effectively
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds or heavier
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays
• Willingness to learn and take direction from veterinarians and senior staff members
• Compassionate nature and genuine love for animals

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Animal Family Veterinary Care Center part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.