Veterinary Assistant

Job Highlights

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Responsibilities

• Triage pets as they arrive at the clinic
• Interview pet owners to obtain a patient history
• Take vital signs and acquire blood samples
• Administer medications and provide at-home dosage instructions for clients
• Keep accurate patient records
• Assisting with patient care
• Collecting samples (urine, blood, feces, etc.) and running necessary tests
• Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians (intravenous, intramuscular, oral, rectal, etc.)
• Clean cages and bathe animals
• Sterilize equipment and clean examination tables and rooms
• Collecting medical history from clients
• Taking x-rays
• Prepping patients for surgery, monitoring, and assisting in surgery as necessary
• Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Vet
• Help in cases of emergencies
• Handle administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or calling patients in the examination room by priority
• Keep accurate records and logs
• Reassure clients that their pets are being cared for and explain issues
• Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare
• Assisting with Euthanasia

Qualifications

Required

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or in a similar role
• Knowledge of animal care and handling
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and remain organized in a busy environment
• Patience and a love for animals