Veterinary Assistant – Part-time

Humane Society of Greater Dayton; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The Humane Society of Greater Dayton is seeking a motivated veterinary assistant who combines technical care with excellent client service. This part-time, in-person role supports surgeons, clinicians, and clients in a fast-paced clinic environment.

Responsibilities include assisting the surgical team, managing appointments, restraining patients, invoicing, and lab work. Must be able to stand long shifts and lift up to 40 pounds; teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented veterinary assistant with patient care and client communication skills.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and clinic workflows.
• Ability to stand long shifts and lift heavy objects as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team.
• Assist in appointments and patient handling.
• Restrain and manage patients.
• Communicate with clients and educate them.
• Create invoices and estimates.
• Clean and maintain the facility.
• Nurse animals and care for patients in clinic.
• Assist pre and post-operative patients.
• Assist in catheter placement.
• Operate lab equipment and perform fecal analysis.
• Understand medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Able to stand for 10-hour shifts.
• Able to lift 40 pounds alone or 100 pounds assisted.
• Teamwork is essential.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Medical terminology

Stamina for long shifts

Lifting 40 pounds

Tools

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

The Humane Society of Greater Dayton is well known for our passion for animal welfare but did you know that we bring that same compassion and commitment to our staff? Our practice staff works as one to support the clients, patients and each other in a committed partnership. If you want to spend your workday in a culture that fosters learning, diversity and outstanding performance this is the right place for you.

We are currently looking for a highly motivated veterinary assistant to join our team. In addition to the technical skills necessary to provide quality patient care, we are looking for someone who understands the importance of providing exemplary customer service to all our clients. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Duties will include

• Assisting surgical team
• Assisting in appointments
• Patient restraint and management
• Client communication and education
• Creation of invoices and estimate
• Cleaning and maintenance of the facility
• Animal nursing and care of a patient in a clinic setting
• Working with both pre and post-operative patients
• Assisting in catheter placement
• Running lab equipment and fecal analysis
• Medical terminology and medical abbreviations
• Able to stand for long periods of time and work a 10-hour shift
• Able to lift 40 pounds alone or 100 pounds assisted
• Experience and being able to work as a team is a must

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.00 – $15.00 per hour

Work Location: In person