Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Technician

Arizona Avenue Animal Clinic

Job Description

The veterinary assistant is the entire team's primary support. Every department relies on their significant role in aiding with a variety of services to provide excellent client and patient care.

 

Our ideal candidate would be someone with outstanding communication and customer service skills, passion for veterinary medicine, problem solving skills, leadership skills, and be able to work well with a team.  We are looking for a professional, compassionate animal lover to deliver high-quality care to our patients and clients.

 

Job Type:  Full-time, Part-time

Pay:  $16.00 - $18.00 per hour, DOE

Schedule: 

· 10 hour shift

· Day shift

· Monday to Friday

· Saturdays as needed

 

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule during weekdays and two Saturdays per month as needed.   Work Location: In person.

 

We are open from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm Monday - Friday. Saturday 8:00 am - 2:30 pm.  Closed on Sundays.

 

Job Description Overview:

. Assist with patient care and treatment

· Restrain animals for diagnostic tests and treatments

· Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital

· Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision

· Customer service

· Helping clients with their pets

 

Qualifications:

- Prefer 1+ years of experience, but not required.

- Must be a self-starter, able to multi-task, and a team player.

- Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill, or in pain.

- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying, and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift up to 40 lbs on own.

- Walks or stands for extended periods of time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.

- Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.

 

Benefits:

· 401(k) matching

· Dental Insurance

· Employee Assistance Program

· Employee Discounts

· Health Insurance

· Paid Time Off

· Vision Insurance

 

Our benefits for full-time employees include mental, dental, 401k retirement plan, paid sick time, paid vacation, pet benefits, continuing education, and uniform reimbursement.

 

If you are passionate about animals and are interested in joining a team of highly devoted animal advocates, our hospital may be the right fit for you! We look forward to speaking with you!

 
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