Veterinary Assistant prepares treatment room for examination of animals; restrains animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal. Being a Veterinary Assistant requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to be certified/licensed. Additionally, Veterinary Assistant is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision of a veterinarian. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Ideal candidates will enjoy working with animals and working in a team environment. Good communication is key to ensure appropriate animal care. Responsibilities will include holding animals for examination and taking in information from the client to communicate to the veterinarian. Blood draw and assistance with surgical anesthesia is also involved if person is comfortable with this. If not, we are willing to teach. The position will also involve reception duties such as answering phones and handling charges for clients.
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