Veterinary Care Assistant: Hands-On Pet Care & Surgery

Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital; Gardnerville (NV); Sur place; USD 45 847 000 - 60 174 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Discounted gym membership

Résumé du poste

Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join a fast-paced general practice, urgent care, and specialty referral hospital. You will assist doctors, manage exams, treatment procedures, and surgeries while maintaining accurate electronic medical records and collaborating with a dedicated care team.

The role requires 1–3 years veterinary experience, strong communication, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Qualifications

• Veterinary experience preferred (1–3 years)
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Computer skills for electronic medical records
• Team player who works well with all levels of hospital staff
• Reliable and responsible with consistent attendance
• Ability to work 10‑hour shifts, including nights and weekends
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (lifting, restraint)

Responsabilités

• Exam room: Get patient history from clients, assist the doctor during exams, and educate clients on their pet's care. Give injections as directed.
• Treatment room: Perform treatments as directed by the doctors. Take digital radiographs, prepare samples to send to outside laboratories, and run in-house bloodwork.
• Surgery: Prepare patients for surgery and help monitor anesthesia.
• Records and teamwork: Document in our electronic medical records, and work well with team members at every level of the hospital.

Connaissances

Customer service

Team player

Reliable attendance

EMR familiarity

Physical stamina

Flexible schedule

Night/weekend shifts

Description du poste

Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join a fast-paced general practice, urgent care, and specialty referral hospital. You will assist doctors, manage exams, treatment procedures, and surgeries while maintaining accurate electronic medical records and collaborating with a dedicated care team.

The role requires 1–3 years veterinary experience, strong communication, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.