Veterinary Assistant — Lab Testing & Animal Care

GAGE ANIMAL HOSPITAL PA; Kansas; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Gage Animal Hospital is seeking a veterinary assistant to support veterinarians with exams and surgeries, perform lab tests, and care for our animal patients. The role includes stocking inventory and keeping the facility clean and safe for staff and pets.

Candidates should be pursuing life sciences with a 3.5+ GPA, have lab testing experience, and be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Pre-vet students are encouraged, as several will enter veterinary school this fall.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a life sciences degree with GPA 3.5 or higher.
• Laboratory testing experience required.
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Enjoy working with animals and be comfortable around them.
• Current pre-vet students have strong prospects for veterinary school.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations and surgeries.
• Perform laboratory testing of blood and fecal samples.
• Provide animal care including grooming and exercising.
• Stock product inventory and maintain a safe, sanitary facility.

Skills

Laboratory testing experience

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Animal care

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing life sciences degree (GPA 3.5+)

Job description

Gage Animal Hospital is seeking a veterinary assistant to support veterinarians with exams and surgeries, perform lab tests, and care for our animal patients. The role includes stocking inventory and keeping the facility clean and safe for staff and pets.

Candidates should be pursuing life sciences with a 3.5+ GPA, have lab testing experience, and be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Pre-vet students are encouraged, as several will enter veterinary school this fall.