Veterinary Care Assistant — Hands-On Pet Care & Support

National Veterinary Associates; Montville Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid vacation/holidays

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Montville Veterinary Group is a busy companion animal practice seeking an energetic team member who is passionate about quality patient care.

Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, monitoring hospitalized pets, restraining animals during exams, assisting with diagnostics, maintaining sterile instruments, answering phones, and helping clients with their pets. We offer full-time hours and a benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Prefer 1+ years of experience; willing to train the right individual.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs and restrain animals with staff assistance.
• Able to walk or stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized pets and aid after surgery.
• Maintain inventory and stocking.
• Restrain animals during exams, blood draws, and nail trims.
• Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e. taking radiographs, running bloodwork).
• Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment.
• Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital.
• Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision.
• Feeding/bathing animals.
• Answering phones
• Helping clients with their pets.

Skills

Multitask

Team player

Animal care

Communication

Restraint skills

Job description

Montville Veterinary Group is a busy companion animal practice seeking an energetic team member who is passionate about quality patient care.

Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, monitoring hospitalized pets, restraining animals during exams, assisting with diagnostics, maintaining sterile instruments, answering phones, and helping clients with their pets. We offer full-time hours and a benefits package.