Veterinary Assistant — Urgent Care, Pet Discount

Veterinary Practice Partners; Burlington (VT); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Employee pet discount

Résumé du poste

Dorset Street Animal Hospital in South Burlington, Vermont, is seeking a dedicated veterinary assistant to join our Urgent Care team. You will support veterinarians and techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries, while helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming clinic environment.

This position offers a 40-hour week, includes benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and an employee pet discount.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience is preferred.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsabilités

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.

Connaissances

Veterinary experience

Disinfection

Medication administration

Diagnostic equipment handling

Outils

Diagnostic equipment

Description du poste

Dorset Street Animal Hospital in South Burlington, Vermont, is seeking a dedicated veterinary assistant to join our Urgent Care team. You will support veterinarians and techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries, while helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming clinic environment.

This position offers a 40-hour week, includes benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and an employee pet discount.