The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care, advocates for pets, educates clients, and maintains a safe hospital environment
Job Summary
The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care, advocates for pets, educates clients, and maintains a safe hospital environment.
Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, educating clients on pet health, obtaining client information, maintaining medical charts, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
The role requires strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a willingness to work weekends and evenings, and the ability to handle animals.
Matching Summary
The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care, advocates for pets, educates clients, and maintains a safe hospital environment.
Salary
$15.19 - $19.41 Hourly
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Quality pet care
Client education
Safe hospital environment
Medical chart maintenance
Restraining techniques
Nice-to-have
Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars
Mentor other paraprofessionals
Proactive problem solving
Positive 'can do' outlook
Key Requirements
NAVTA approved Veterinary Assistant program certificate or equivalent