Oregon City, Oregon, USA
119 days ago
Veterinary Assistant Barclay Hills Animal Clinic

Our team is looking for another Veterinary Assistant to join our growing practice! The veterinary assistant is the entire team's primary support. Every department relies on their significant role in aiding with a variety of services to provide excellent client and patient care.

 

Job Description Overview:

. Assist with patient care and treatment

. Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals ain hospital

. Maintain inventory and stocking

. Safe and effective restraint 

· Aiding with routine diagnostic tests

· Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment

· Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital

· Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision

· Feeding/bathing animals

· Answering phones, receiving payments, scheduling appointments

· Customer service

· Helping clients with their pets and educating them on preventative care, treatments and care

 

Qualifications:

· Must be 18yrs old or older

· Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.

· Genuinely enjoys working with animals and people is able to deal with both even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.

· Prefer 1+ years of experience or relevant animal handling experience

· Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40lbs on own.

. Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.

. Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.

 

If you are hard working, passionate about animals and are interested in joining a team of highly devoted animal advocates, our hospital may be the right fit for you! We are looking for a full or part time veterinary assistant. Pay will be DOE, full time associates are eligible for benefits following 60 days. 

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