VETERINARY ASSISTANT COMMUNITY MEDICINE & SURGERY (51862)

NEVADA HUMANE SOCIETY•Reno, NV

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Care for pets. Find them homes. Save lives. That’s the mission at Nevada Humane Society. We’re a high-save organization helping nearly 34,000 animals in our community each year and caring for approximately 10,000 across both of our campuses. through sheltering, adoptions and community-centered programs and services that help find pets loving homes and keep them there. We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team at our Reno Campus. In this role, you’ll provide daily care, support positive outcomes, and help match pets with the families who will love them for life. At NHS, lifesaving work is powered by dedicated professionals. We support our team with competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and a workplace rooted in compassion, teamwork, and purpose.

Requirements

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
Able to work a flexible schedule, five days a week, including weekends, with some shift up to 10-hours.

Nice To Haves

Experience in HQHVSN practices.
Experience in an animal shelter or veterinary clinic settings

Responsibilities

Support efficient surgical procedures: Assist with the flow of spay/neuter surgeries within the HQHVSN program, ensuring efficiency, animal safety and comfort, with a focus of surgical preparation and monitoring.
Provide essential nursing support: Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care, including monitoring hospitalized animals, administering medications, and preparing for procedures.
Deliver exceptional client service: Educate clients on animal care, provide compassionate support during difficult times, and build strong relationships with the community.
Participate in shelter medicine initiatives: Contribute to the overall health and well-being of shelter animals, including disease prevention and control programs.
Know basic veterinary medical concepts.
Responsible for prepping patients for surgery, observing all clinic procedures to enforce sterility and safety of patients.
General duties in the operating room during surgery, assisting with movement of patients, recovery of patients, and general flow.
Able to monitor anesthesia, with a clear idea of abnormal conditions.
Ensure prompt and accurate paperwork procedures are followed each day.
Able to respond appropriately during an emergency, able to take directions from a veterinarian and/or veterinary technician, and maintain competency in CPR procedures
Work closely with volunteers and staff in a collaborative manner.
Able to work independently, self-identify and prioritize tasks.
Ensure adherence to Nevada Humane Society’s policies, standard operating procedures and safety practices.
Collaborate effectively with all departments regarding animal medical needs.

Benefits

Employer-paid medical & vision premium option (Full-Time Employees)
Pet-centric benefits not typical in most benefit packages
Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual starting on day one rather than waiting periods.
Nine paid holidays
90% employer-paid buy-up options and low-cost dental plans
Eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
Low-cost supplemental plans including Life Insurance, Accident, and Short-Term Disability
Pet-focused perks such as free vaccines, spay/neuter, and end-of-life services for employee-owned pets
Free and reduced-cost pet adoptions
Up to 50% off major brand and prescription pet food delivered directly to the shelter