Veterinary Technician/Assistant

NVA General Practice; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Kokomo, Indiana is seeking a Veterinary Technician/Assistant to support doctors and assist in animal care. Responsibilities include client interaction, patient handling, and performing medical procedures. Ideal candidates possess knowledge of animal care, a focus on cleanliness, and the ability to thrive in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of basic animal care, obedience, and preventative care.
• Attention to cleanliness and sterilization.
• Ability to collect information for Doctors regarding patients.
• Comfort in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Receiving/discharging clients.
• Communicates necessary information to Doctors.
• Completes patient file notes.
• Answers questions about care and prevention.
• Animal nail trimming.
• Filling prescriptions.
• Assisting Doctors and Veterinary Technicians.

Skills

Basic animal care knowledge

Attention to cleanliness and sterilization

Ability to communicate with Doctors

Comfort in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Overview

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The veterinary technician/assistant position involves supporting Doctors in the exam area. It requires a pleasant and cheerful personality due to extensive client contact, attention to cleanliness and sterilization, and foundational knowledge of basic animal care, obedience, and preventative care.

Responsibilities

• Receiving/discharging clients
• Communicates necessary information to Doctors
• Completes patient file notes
• Answers Questions About Care And Prevention
• Animal nail trimming
• Handing out new puppy and kitten packets
• Filling prescriptions
• Drawing blood
• Processing lab work
• Assisting Doctors and Veterinary Technicians
• Some heavy lifting
• Cleaning up after animals, floors, cages, runs, bathing
• Feeding and watering animals
• Giving medications
• Monitor anesthesia
• Perform dental procedures
• Inserts tracheal tubes

Qualifications / Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of basic animal care, obedience, and preventative care
• Attention to cleanliness and sterilization
• Ability to collect information for Doctors regarding patients
• Comfort in a fast-paced clinical environment

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Veterinary Services