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Trinity Equine
Equine Veterinary Assistant
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What they do
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.
$42,405 / year median in California
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Overview We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Equine Veterinary Assistant to join our team at Trinity Equine. If you are an experienced horse person with a desire to join a family-owned company focused on providing the gold standard in equine veterinary care, then we are the company you are looking for. We are seeking motivated, professional and caring assistants and technicians to grow our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for the care and welfare of horses, and the desire and ability to work in a fast-paced veterinary clinic environment. Trinity Equine is comprised of two clinics in the Redding Area. Panorama Equine Medical and Surgical Center in Redding, and Crossroads Veterinary Clinic in Anderson. At Trinity Equine, patient care and client education are our priority. We believe that employees are our most important asset, and we are committed to providing a positive and healthy work environment that allows for the highest possible care for our patients while supporting our employees in their efforts to provide that care. We encourage and support our employees to be the very best that they can be through ongoing education and development with exciting opportunities for growth and promotion within our company. As a veterinary assistant with us you will be working closely with our veterinarians and support team. The duties and responsibilities for this position are, but not limited to the following:
- Assist the veterinarians in examinations and procedures
- Horse handling and restraint
- "Moving" and lunging a horse
- Administration of medications directed by the veterinarian
- Preparing and maintaining all medical equipment utilized in treatment
- Monitoring and recording the status of our hospitalized patients
- Maintaining the cleanliness of the hospital including exam rooms and adjacent areas, as well as the barn, stalls and exterior areas of the clinic
- As an emergency hospital you may be scheduled for "On Call" shifts The ideal candidate will need to possess a combination of the following skills to be considered for this position:
- Equine experience is a requirement
- You will need to have strong horse handling skills
- Proficient in restraint, trotting and lunging techniques for gait analysis
- Administration of oral medications
- Familiarity with horse anatomy and medical terminology
- Previous veterinary clinic experience is a benefit
- Previous job experience
- High School diploma or equivalent required Join our team and make a difference in the lives of horses while developing your skills in a professional and supportive environment!
Pay:
$19.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 32.0 - 40.0 per weekBenefits:
401(k) Health insurance Paid time offWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance