A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
Aurora Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant and/or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our growing 7-doctor practice. We have a wide range of services available that include orthopedics, rehabilitation, oncology, diagnostic imaging, general surgery, in-house labs, dentistry, and wellness visits.
Schedule:
Full-time. This shift is Monday to Friday, 8:45am-5:45pm with an hour lunch. Rotating Saturdays, 8:45am-5:15pm with a 30 minute lunch. We are closed on Sundays and major holidays.
Compensation:
Pay depends on experience and licensing. $19-$27/hr.
Location:
Across from Creamers field at 1201 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK Assistant duties and requirements (you must be able to perform these tasks as a Licensed Veterinary Technician): Provide care to our hospitalized and post-surgical patients, recording activities in the medical records. Assist within the exam room by obtaining medical history and vitals, restraining, preparing forms, obtaining instruments, and invoicing services. Clean, disinfect, and maintain exam rooms, kennels, cages, and wards as often as is necessary. Perform general cleaning and stocking of hospital exam rooms and treatment areas. Know common drugs and protocols and be able to explain them to clients. Conduct laboratory tests. Perform nail trims, anal gland expression, and light grooming. Assist with positioning and taking radiographs. Organize work area and exercise time management skills to maximize personal efficiency within the practice. Prioritize tasks and handle multiple tasks in a calm, organized manner. Knowledge of Fear Free is a plus! Perform other duties as assigned including assisting in other areas.
Technician duties and requirements:
Licensed in the state of Alaska or eligible for licensing within 6 months of hire date. Assist within the exam room by obtaining medical history and vitals, restraining, preparing forms, obtaining instruments, and invoicing services. Inducing and monitoring anesthesia, calculating, and administering therapeutic drugs. Managing nursing care and treatments. Assist with positioning and taking radiographs. Perform dental cleanings and dental radiographs. Conduct laboratory tests and analyze results. Monitor and record vital signs of animals under anesthesia. Provide post-operative care and monitor recovery progress. Benefits for
You:
Employee Discount (After 90 days) Paid Time Off (After 90 days - Must be Full-Time) Health Insurance (After 90 days - Must be Full-Time) Uniform Allowance (at least 1 year of employment) Retirement Program (at least 2 years of employment) Continuing Education (DOE) If this sounds like an environment you would flourish in, we invite you to send a cover letter, your resume, and a contact list of at least 3 professional references.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$19.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Uniform allowance
Experience:
Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Fairbanks, AK 99701 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Fairbanks, AK 99701: Relocate before starting work (Required)
