This position does require weekend work/
Vet Tech $15 -$18 an hour
Vet Assistant $11- $15 an hour
- Provides animal care by determining animal requirements.
- Conducts examinations and diagnostic procedures.
- Assists during operations.
- Feeds and cares for animals.
- Maintains supplies and equipment.
- Maintains records.
- Determines animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews.
- Completes laboratory tests and studies and diagnostic imaging.
- Takes vital signs and collects samples.
- Administers medications, drugs, and vaccines.
- Bandages and wraps wounds.
- Performs hydrotherapy and physical and inhalation therapies.
- Supports animal examinations by assembling required supplies and instruments.
- Explains animal status to owners.
- Prepares surgery table instruments.
- Completes local/regional anesthesia.
- Places catheters and obtains blood gases as needed.
- Maintains sterile conditions.
- Obtains and verifies medications.
- Cleans animal cages and equipment
- Maintains safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing operating areas, verifying shelf life of medications, and complying with legal regulations.
- Love of animals
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Completion of a two-year American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accredited program from a community college, college, or university
Ability to maintain and complete documentation according to deadline
Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
Professionalism interacting with co-workers and clients.
Ability to complete work requirements on a regular basis and in a timely manner.
Must be 21 years of age and able to pass a background check.
Has reliable and dependable transportation.
The successful candidate will have a professional appearance.
Experience working in a veterinary office required.
Absolute discretion in handling confidential information and records.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $11.00 - $18.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person