Veterinary Assistant (Experienced)

Innovetive PetCare•Huntington, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Amazing Team as Our Newest Veterinary Assistant! At West Hills Animal Hospital, we're looking for compassionate, experienced individuals who love furry friends just as much as we do. As a busy 24-hour veterinary hospital, no two days are the same. We treat every patient as if they were our own and strive to be a place of comfort for both pets and the people who love them. As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll build meaningful relationships not only with our patients but also with the clients who trust us with their pets' care. You'll work alongside a supportive team in a fast-paced environment where you'll have opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career—from becoming a veterinary technician to exploring specialty medicine and future leadership opportunities. We're currently hiring for a Full-Time position.

Requirements

Organized
Works well with others
Able to follow directions
Able to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Neat, clean, and adheres to WHAH uniform
Individuals with extreme willingness to learn, and with great love for animals
1 year of general practice or emergency veterinary experience
Must be able to stand, lift, and do work duties for a minimum of 8 hours
Lifting of large boxes, dog food, and a variety of canine and feline species up to 50 lbs.
Ability to write neatly, communicate well with others, attend staff meetings, and adhere to training programs
Own transportation

Responsibilities

Caring for special needs borders such as diabetics, geriatrics, epileptics, etc.
Restraining a variety of canine, feline, and exotic species for the doctors and technicians
Cleaning (Sweeping, Mopping, cages, dishes, garbage, surgical site, dental Suite, etc.)
Administering oral medications
Documentation of general well-being of in-hospital patients and boarders
Assisting with Er protocol, ensuring ER table is prepared for crashing patients
Preparing surgical material in coordination with the surgical handbook (ensure materials are sterilized and prepared for procedures)
Assisting LVTs with TPRs & blood pressures.
examining incisions for cleanliness and closure
Triaging emergency appointments in coordination with the ER doctor on-premises.
Capturing various types of radiographs including but not limited to the thorax and abdominal views