Veterinary Assistant

Humane Fort Wayne•Fort Wayne, IN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Medical Team as a Veterinary Assistant at Humane Fort Wayne! Are you passionate about animal health, skilled in veterinary care, and eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization? This role is a cornerstone of our clinical operations—supporting surgical and wellness services, shelter animal health, and providing compassionate patient care from intake to discharge. As a key team member, you will help ensure every animal we treat receives safe, appropriate, and quality care.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to stand or sit for 8+ hours
Ability to repeatedly lift 50 lbs
Good fine motor skills, vision, hearing, balance, and mobility
Ability to kneel, bend, climb, and navigate tight spaces
Ability to work in varying environmental temperatures
Ability to stay calm under stress
Ability to respond quickly to medical situations (with training)
Ability to process information and make informed decisions
Resilience when coping with loss, medical complications, or euthanasia
Capacity to lead, delegate, and support others
Ability to ask for help and work as part of a team

Nice To Haves

Associates degree (preferred but not required)

Responsibilities

Triage patients and communicate concerns to the veterinarian
Provide hands-on medical care throughout surgical & wellness procedures
Assist veterinarians during surgery and wellness exams
Maintain drug logs, databases, and accurate patient records
Administer vaccines, tests, medications, and treatments
Maintain clean, sterile workspaces and appropriate medical inventory
Monitor overall health of shelter & foster animals
Administer appropriate treatments and medical care
Maintain accurate medical records
Maintain a safe, healthy, properly supplied shelter environment
Ensure adoption-ready animals are fully vaccinated, sterilized, and microchipped
Stay informed on current animal welfare practices