Veterinary Assistant Position Available In St. Louis, Missouri

Veterinary Assistant Watson Road Veterinary Clinic St. Louis, MO 63109 Veterinary Assistant Watson Road Veterinary Clinic is a full-service Veterinary medical facility located in South City Saint Louis. We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant to care for animals and support Veterinarians. We treat all of our patients as if they were part of our family and feel that it is our privilege to help those who cannot help themselves. The successful candidate will share these values and be willing to work selflessly to help us care for our patients. One of the most important Veterinary Assistant responsibilities is to ensure all areas are clean, for animals and humans alike. We’ll rely on you to assist the Veterinarian in examinations and operations. Do you love animals? Then you’re halfway there. You need the ability to care for them properly – that’s one of the most important Vet Assistant job requirements. This includes knowledge of routine tasks, like feeding or bathing animals, but also readiness to care for injured or scared animals that might occasionally lash out. If you’re organized, quick on your feet and have the stomach to help with medical operations and euthanasia, we’d like to meet you. Responsibilities Feed, groom and weigh animals Clean cages and bathe animals Sterilize equipment and clean examination tables and rooms Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations Soothe upset or frightened animals Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians (e.g. by mixing it with food) Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Vet Help in cases of emergencies Handle administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or calling patients in the examination room by priority Keep accurate records and logs Reassure clients that their pets are being cared for and explain issues (e.g. lack of appointments, insurance matters) Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare Skills Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position working with animals Experience in an administrative role is a plus Ability to learn and adapt to changes in Veterinary Software is a plus Eligible to become a licensed technician is a plus Current or former pet ownership is an advantage Excellent communication skills Patient and caring personality Ability to follow instructions properly Comfortable being around animals (cats, dogs, birds, reptiles etc.) Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g. lift up to 40 lbs) Availability to occasionally work in emergencies High school diploma; a certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program is a plus

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$16.00 – $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person