Veterinary Assistant - H

Liberty Pet Hospital

Base: $16.00ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Assist veterinarians during exams
Monitor and care for animals
Handle and restrain animals
The Veterinary Technician/Assistant will be responsible for assisting the practice with a variety of duties including but not limited to: Assisting veterinarians during exams, surgeries and other medical procedures; monitoring and caring for animals before, during and after procedures Handling and restraining animals in a calm and compassionate manner

Job Summary

  • The Veterinary Technician/Assistant will be responsible for assisting the practice with a variety of duties including but not limited to: Assisting veterinarians during exams, surgeries and other medical procedures; monitoring and caring for animals before, during and after procedures Handling and restraining animals in a calm and compassionate manner.
  • At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success.
  • Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.

Matching Summary

The Veterinary Technician/Assistant will be responsible for assisting the practice with a variety of duties including but not limited to: Assisting veterinarians during exams, surgeries and other medical procedures; monitoring and caring for animals before, during and after procedures Handling and restraining animals in a calm and compassionate manner.

Salary

Base: $16.00/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 401(k), Dental, Health, Vision, Life Insurance, PTO, EAP

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assist veterinarians during exams
  • Monitor and care for animals
  • Handle and restrain animals
  • Prepare exam rooms and surgical areas
  • Clean and sterilize surgical instruments
  • Educate pet owners
  • Place IV catheters
  • Draw blood
  • Run bloodwork
  • Take x-rays
  • Maintain patient records
  • Prepping and reading cytology
  • Clean cages and facilities

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
  • Knowledge of Avimark preferred

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1 year experience
  • Comfortable working with cats and dogs
  • Comfortable around blood and surgical procedures
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Able to stand for long periods
  • Able to lift 40 pounds

Work Rights

Not specified

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