Veterinary Assistant

K9 Kampus

Baton Rouge, LA, United States
Base: $15-20ph doe; bonus/equity: not specified; b...
Not specified (assumed in-clinic work based on role).
1+ years of clinic experience as veterinary assistant
Ability to lift 40 pounds frequently
Comfortable restraining animals during exams
K9 Kampus is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for their Animal Health Clinic in Baton Rouge, LA. The ideal candidate should have over a year of experience, be detail-oriented and people-focused, and be prepared to assist in various veterinary duties while maintaining a clean and welcoming environment

Job Summary

  • The role involves ensuring clients and pets feel welcome while assisting veterinarians with compassionate nursing care.
  • Candidates will perform laboratory tests, maintain accurate medical records, and fill prescriptions under veterinary direction.
  • The position offers part-time health insurance, mental health support, and telehealth benefits alongside a competitive hourly wage.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

K9 Kampus is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for their Animal Health Clinic in Baton Rouge, LA. The ideal candidate should have over a year of experience, be detail-oriented and people-focused, and be prepared to assist in various veterinary duties while maintaining a clean and welcoming environment.

Salary

Base: $15-20/hour DOE; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: PT Health insurance, PT mental Health, PT telehealth

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 1+ years of clinic experience as veterinary assistant
  • Ability to lift 40 pounds frequently
  • Comfortable restraining animals during exams
  • Experience with surgical instrument cleaning
  • Ability to work evenings weekends and holidays

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly outgoing and people oriented personality
  • Strong technical skills in medical procedures
  • Effective oral and written communication abilities
  • Self-motivated team player attitude
  • Attentive to detail in record keeping

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma required
  • Minimum 1 year of veterinary assistant clinic experience
  • Must be 18 years or older

Work Rights

Not specified

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