Veterinary Assistant - H

Cowboykennels

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Base: $16.00ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Full time, 4 days a week
Assist veterinarians during procedures
Handle and restrain animals
Prepare exam rooms and surgical areas
Cowboykennels is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians in various medical procedures and patient care. The role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and includes several responsibilities like animal handling, record-keeping, and educating pet owners

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.
  • Benefits include 401(k) with matching, employee discount, dental, health, vision, and life insurance, PTO, and an employee assistance program.
  • At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Cowboykennels is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians in various medical procedures and patient care. The role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and includes several responsibilities like animal handling, record-keeping, and educating pet owners.

Salary

Base: $16.00/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 401(k) matching, Employee discount, Dental insurance, Health insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, PTO, Employee assistance program

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assist veterinarians during procedures
  • Handle and restrain animals
  • Prepare exam rooms and surgical areas
  • Clean and sterilize instruments
  • Educate pet owners
  • Place IV catheters and draw blood
  • Run in-house bloodwork
  • Take x-rays
  • Maintain patient records
  • Prepping and reading cytology
  • Clean cages and facilities
  • Stand for long periods
  • Lift 40 pounds

Nice-to-have

  • Calm and compassionate manner
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Emotionally charged environment
  • Attention to detail
  • Follow instructions closely
  • Willingness to learn
  • Adapt to new procedures
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1 year experience as a veterinary technician/assistant
  • LVT or CVA preferred
  • Knowledge of Avimark preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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