Veterinary Assistant - Part-Time

Sioux Falls Area Humane Society • Sioux Falls, SD

133d • $16

About The Position

The Veterinary Assistant plays a vital role in providing high-quality medical care to the animals under our care. This position involves working closely with the staff veterinarian to deliver comprehensive veterinary services including (but not limited to) diagnostics, treatments and surgical assistance. The ideal candidate is skilled in veterinary care, possesses excellent communication abilities and is passionate about animal welfare. If this describes you, we have a fantastic opportunity to join our team.

Requirements

• Animal handling experience required
• Basic medical knowledge required
• Shelter medicine knowledge preferred
• Must have high comfort level with animal handling and restraint
• Have/can have the ability to be rabies vaccinated
• Basic comfort level with administering medications (oral, topical and injectable)
• Basic knowledge of canine and feline anatomy
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and quick decision making
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking skills

Responsibilities

• Administer daily medications to a variety of animals
• Display proper animal handling and restraint techniques
• Perform medical examinations
• Diagnose and carry out treatment and reassessments for under DVM supervision
• Write medical SOPs and manage proper record keeping
• Perform a variety of diagnostics
• Perform surgical prep and anesthesia monitoring for a variety of surgical procedures
• Uphold proper cleaning and sterilization protocols of medical areas and equipment
• Provide general animal hygiene maintenance (i.e. ear cleanings, nail trims etc.)
• Fill medications
• Administer vaccinations as needed
• Perform/Assist with humane euthanasia procedures
• Utilize proper documentation of controlled substances
• Follow and enforce SFAHS safety guidelines and procedures
• Answer uncomplicated medical questions from adopters, staff and volunteers
• Provide quality customer assistance

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance: Accident, Cancer, & Critical Care Insurance
• 401K Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match
• $50/month Wellness Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Discounts on merchandise, veterinary care items, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed