Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Core
Support veterinary doctors and technicians in patient intake, diagnostics, nursing care, and surgical assistance at an urgent care clinic.
Role type
Experienced veterinary assistant (clinical support)
Builds
Urgent care services for pets
Domain
Veterinary medicine / Animal health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Pet restraint, sample collection, radiograph support, anesthesia monitoring, medication administration, surgical prep, client communication, triage support
Preferred skills
Laboratory test processing, ultrasound support, leadership potential, self-starter attitude
Technologies
Digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house laboratory equipment
Responsibilities
Welcome clients and gather medical histories, safely restrain pets, collect and process diagnostic samples, assist with radiographs and ultrasound, provide nursing care for hospitalized cases, prepare and assist during surgeries, monitor anesthesia, communicate with clients and team during shifts
