Veterinary Assistant: Vaccines, Meds & Shelter Care

Out2Bet; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits for full-time

Paid time off after 90 days

Job summary

The Humane Society for Greater Lafayette is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our clinical team and help maintain a clean, healthy facility. You will vaccinate animals, pass medications, and assist with microchips and intake protocols.

This role requires weekend availability, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced shelter setting. Health benefits are provided for full-time employees, with PTO after 90 days.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as assigned.
• Experience in Vet Medicine/Shelter Medicine preferred.
• High school education or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to self-motivate.
• Passionate about creating and maintaining high-quality care for the animals in the facility.
• Animal handling experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Be able to follow directions and establish standards of operations.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Vaccinate animals within the facility.
• Pass daily medications.
• Microchipping animals.
• Triage medical issues within the facility.
• Assist in preparing animals for surgery.
• Ensure proper precautions are being taken to promote a healthy and safe environment.
• Perform animal intake protocol for animals entering the facility.

Skills

Weekend availability

Strong communication

Animal handling

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Ability to follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Humane Society for Greater Lafayette is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our clinical team and help maintain a clean, healthy facility. You will vaccinate animals, pass medications, and assist with microchips and intake protocols.

This role requires weekend availability, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced shelter setting. Health benefits are provided for full-time employees, with PTO after 90 days.