Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Practice Partners•Austin, TX

4h•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Parker Animal Care is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible individualized care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

Requirements

Professional, cheerful and helpful attitude when interacting with pet owners & providing exceptional customer service
Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting.
Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
Gain knowledge of common diseases, their symptoms, and means of transmission
Gain knowledge of preventative health care recommendations to answer questions and assist in marketing veterinary services from which clients’ pets would benefit
Safely restrain patients during examinations, injections, and treatments while understanding & learning the individual needs of the pet.
Learn basic front-desk procedures in order to assist receptionists such as phone system, veterinary practice-management software and appointment scheduling guidelines
Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
Help to run laboratory testing collected by the veterinarian and technician
Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
Maintain accurate medical records
Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment