Find & Apply For Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Washington, Illinois

Job Purpose :

Supports animal care by determining animal requirements; assisting during exams and surgeries; feeding and caring for animals; maintaining supplies and equipment.

Duties :

• Determines animal requirements by reviewing care plans and records.
• Supports animal examinations by assembling required supplies and instruments; securing and bringing animals to examination room; restraining animals; providing assistance as directed; explaining animal's status to client.
• Assists doctor during surgical procedures; includes prepping surgical suite, monitoring oxygen levels, heart rate, and appearance of patient.
• Maintains animals by feeding and watering animals; cleaning animals' rooms, cages, and equipment; changing cages; administering medications; collecting samples.
• Maintains safe, secure, healthy and humane environment by sanitizing and disinfecting holding and support areas; following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Maintains animal records by documenting animal conditions, reactions, and changes.
• Maintains equipment by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining equipment supplies.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock and verifying receipt.
• Enhances service reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Skills/Qualifications :

Knowledge of Animal Behavior, Animal Husbandry, Verbal Communication, Documentation Skills, Inventory Management, Creating a Safe, Effective Environment, Action Oriented, Multi-tasking, Energy Level, Patience, Lifting

M-S/EOE/V/D

If you are passionate about animal care and want to make a difference in the lives of pets, we encourage you to apply for the Veterinary Assistant position. Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off

Experience:

Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person