Veterinary Assistant — Flexible Hours & Comprehensive Benefits

Oconee Veterinary Hospital Pc; Watkinsville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Oconee Veterinary Hospital Pc in Athens, GA is seeking a mature, dependable team member for a full-time role (40 hours/week) with occasional overtime. Expect weekend/holiday rotations and no after-hours emergencies.

We are a general small-animal practice with exotics, rehab, hydrotherapy, and on-site digital radiography using Avimark software. We offer competitive wages, full health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and generous pet benefits.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy, IV catheterization, medications and vaccinations administration
• Administering and maintaining intravenous fluids and administering subcutaneous fluids
• Performing fecal testing, centrifugation, and microscopic examination of samples
• Familiar with sterile surgical techniques, surgical pack preparation, instrument care and cleaning and autoclave use
• Performing appropriate exam room blood tests and use of hematology and chemistry analyzers
• Reading charts and vaccine/medication language and dispensing per doctor’s orders
• Communicate with clients professionally in the exam room
• Assist in inventory management and ordering/restocking
• Radiographs including dental radiology
• Assisting doctors in exam room and surgery
• Knowledge of flea, tick, heartworm products and prescription diets
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring and equipment maintenance
• General animal care and handling of pets with aggressive tendencies
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and stand for long periods
• Ability to provide post-operative care instructions and assist with postoperative communications
• Willingness to assist with euthanasia
• Facilities care and basic admin tasks
• Familiar with Microsoft and social media posts

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily clinic operations and patient care.
• Support doctors in exam rooms and during surgeries as needed.
• Perform patient prep, vaccines, and sample collection.
• Operate radiography equipment including dental radiographs.
• Enter and maintain medical records accurately.
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring and post-operative care.
• Manage inventory and restock supplies as needed.
• Communicate with clients professionally and provide post-op guidance.
• Participate in client education and aftercare instructions.
• Care for hospital facilities and maintain cleanliness of cages and kennels.

Skills

Phlebotomy

IV catheterization

Vaccinations administration

IV fluids

Subcutaneous fluids

Fecal testing

Sterile technique

Surgical assistance

Radiography

Dental radiography

Anesthesia monitoring

Inventory management

Client communication

Medical records entry

Euthanasia support

Microsoft Office

Social media posts

Tools

Avimark

Job description

Oconee Veterinary Hospital Pc in Athens, GA is seeking a mature, dependable team member for a full-time role (40 hours/week) with occasional overtime. Expect weekend/holiday rotations and no after-hours emergencies.

We are a general small-animal practice with exotics, rehab, hydrotherapy, and on-site digital radiography using Avimark software. We offer competitive wages, full health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and generous pet benefits.