Veterinary Training Center Assistant
About The Position
The Veterinary Training Center Assistant supports the daily operations of a veterinary training center. Working with a team, the assistant supports cadaver and live-animal labs; prepares classrooms and surgical spaces; cares for equipment and instruments; manages supplies; and helps ensure courses run smoothly and safely. The role involves varied behind-the-scenes work and requires comfort around animals. The schedule varies with the training calendar, with hours arranged around scheduled courses and labs. Reliable attendance on assigned days is essential. The position is listed as full-time, Monday through Friday, with weekend assistance as needed. The role may suit a veterinary assistant (VA). If the hire is not already a VA, the job description says one requirement would be to go through the VA program and become an approved veterinary assistant.
Requirements
- Experience with animal handling and restraint.
- Comfort working with both cadavers and live animals.
- Dependable, punctual, and consistent attendance.
- Eager to learn, proactive, and comfortable taking on a wide variety of tasks.
- Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with assistance.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and handle animals for extended periods.
- If not already a veterinary assistant (VA), go through the VA program and become an approved veterinary assistant.
Responsibilities
- Assist with safe animal handling and restraint during live-animal training labs.
- Walk, monitor, and support animals through anesthetic recovery and discharge during live-animal training labs.
- Prepare and maintain cadavers for dental, surgery, ophthalmology, and veterinary technician training courses, including washing, clipping, and stapling.
- Set up and break down classrooms, laboratories, surgical areas, equipment, and supplies for training programs.
- Prepare sign-in sheets, attendee materials, scrub tops, and other course supplies.
- Assist with setup and breakdown of attendee meals.
- Clean, sterilize, autoclave, and wrap surgical instruments and instrument packs.
- Clean, maintain, and perform routine quality-control checks on laboratory and training equipment.
- Maintain dental equipment and machines so they are functional and ready for each course.
- Clean and sanitize surgical suites, treatment areas, classrooms, restrooms, and break rooms.
- Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and prepared training environment.
- Prepare case documentation, including intake forms, anesthesia records, and postoperative records.
- Scan and distribute anesthesia and postoperative records to participating rescue organizations.
- Maintain accurate tracking records for live animals and partner rescue organizations.
- Support compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
- Receive, organize, and maintain inventory of medical supplies, instruments, scrub tops, and training materials.
- Assist in managing the training center’s Instagram account, including photographing, editing, curating, and posting content.
- Curate and provide photo and video content for internal and external marketing.
Benefits
- A $1,250 referral bonus may be earned if a referred candidate is hired.
- Talent Acquisition support is available to candidates considering relocation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
