Veterinary Assistant

Lakewood Animal Hospital

Locust Grove, VA, United States
Base: $15-$20ph based on experience; bonus/equity:...
On-site
1+ years veterinary assistant experience
Handle and restrain animals safely
Clean and sterilize surgical equipment
Lakewood Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support their team of veterinarians and technicians in providing high-quality care to animals. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of veterinary assistant experience and possess technical skills related to animal care, with a focus on compassion and reliability

Job Summary

  • The role involves assisting veterinarians and technicians during examinations, treatments, and surgeries to ensure high standards of animal care.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and an employee pet discount.
  • The position requires a candidate with at least one year of experience who can handle animals safely and perform basic laboratory tests.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Lakewood Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support their team of veterinarians and technicians in providing high-quality care to animals. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of veterinary assistant experience and possess technical skills related to animal care, with a focus on compassion and reliability.

Salary

Base: $15-$20/hr based on experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, pet discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 1+ years veterinary assistant experience
  • Handle and restrain animals safely
  • Clean and sterilize surgical equipment
  • Collect blood urine stool samples
  • Administer medications under supervision

Nice-to-have

  • Enthusiastic and reliable team member
  • Compassionate approach to animal care
  • Strong communication with pet owners
  • Supportive collaborative work environment

Key Requirements

  • Must have 1+ years of veterinary assistant experience
  • Physical ability to handle animals safely
  • Technical know-how in disinfection and diagnostics

Work Rights

Not specified

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