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AlphaVet Animal Clinic
Veterinary Assistant/Technician
Job Description
Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Technician/Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for animal care and a strong desire to support our team in providing high-quality medical care for pets. As a Veterinary Technician/Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the comfort and well-being of animals while assisting with various clinical tasks. Job description AlphaVet Animal Clinic is a small animal, one doctor, practice with a family-like atmosphere seeking to hire a veterinary technician or assistant. Our technicians/assistants handle all aspects of animal care with duties that include: drawing blood, running bloodwork in our in-house lab, assisting with surgery, performing radiographs, assisting with appointments, restraining animals, caring for hospitalized patients, dispensing medications, answering phones, making appointments, client communication / education and more. We are seeking an individual with one or more years of experience who is friendly, patient, outgoing, has a love for animals and has a desire to work hard and grow, both professionally and personally. Candidates must have the ability to multitask and provide high attention to detail in a busy workspace. We are seeking to hire full or part time, which would include 2-4 days a week, 2 Saturdays (half days) a month and a rotating evening and weekend on-call schedule. We offer competitive pay, employee discounts, paid vacation, flexible schedule and an excellent work environment. Duties Assist veterinarian during examinations and procedures, ensuring the safety and comfort of animals. Prepare and maintain examination rooms, ensuring they are clean and stocked with necessary supplies. Administer medications and vaccinations as directed by the veterinarian. Monitor animal vital signs and report any changes to the veterinary staff. Maintain accurate patient records and assist with scheduling appointments. Provide support in veterinary critical care situations when necessary. Assist in animal catheterization and other technical procedures as needed. Run bloodwork in our in-house lab. Exhibit knowledge of animal anatomy and veterinary terminology to effectively communicate with the team.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$15.00 - $20.00 per hourBenefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistanceExperience:
Veterinary clinic: 1 year (Preferred) Ability toCommute:
Topeka, IN 46571 (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Professional Development
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Dental Insurance
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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.
$33,576 / year median in Indiana
+27% projected growth