Veterinary Clinical Assistant
About The Position
PetWOW is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and dependable Veterinary Assistant to join their team. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced veterinary environment where teamwork, adaptability, and attention to detail are essential. Team members play a direct role in patient care by assisting doctors with exam room appointments, educating clients, and helping create a positive experience for both pets and their owners. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys staying busy, thrives in a collaborative environment, and takes pride in delivering high-quality patient care. Team members should be comfortable working within operating hours without longstanding restriction. While this position is primarily based at one hospital location, occasional coverage at nearby hospitals (all within a 15-mile radius) may be requested. Because schedules are built around patient care needs, some week-to-week variation may occur.
Requirements
- Must have prior experience working in a veterinary clinic or animal hospital with a demonstrable skill set.
- Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask.
- Effective and professional communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to participate in our team-based schedule with fair rotations.
- Physical fitness: this role is very demanding. You must be able to help restrain large animals, help carry heavy loads, and be on your feet for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- Stay calm, positive, and dependable in a fast-paced environment
- Handle pets safely, confidently, and compassionately
- Communicate professionally with clients and coworkers
- Multitask effectively while maintaining attention to detail
- Take initiative and work well as part of a team
- Adapt quickly to changing patient and hospital needs
- Take pride in providing excellent patient and client care
Responsibilities
- Collect vital information on animals' health and record electronically.
- Assist veterinarians during examinations.
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Prepare and maintain medical equipment and supplies.
- Take radiographs and collect laboratory samples for testing.
- Provide supportive care for hospitalized pets.
- Educate clients about products and services.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Benefits
- $2000.00 onboarding signing bonus paid in three installments: $500.00 on 1st paycheck/$500.00 upon completion of training/ $1000.00 6 months post-training
- Free In-House Veterinary Services
- At cost third-party veterinary services and products
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Health Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Short-Term (Maternity Leave) and Long-Term Disability
- Retirement
- Uniform and Shoe Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
