Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Prairie Village, KS Job Details Full-time $15•$17 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Referral program Qualifications Pet care Direct patient care Medical documentation Medical equipment sterilization Medication administration Customer service Veterinary experience Disinfection procedures Collecting samples for laboratory testing Medical laboratory work Safe environment creation Animal welfare Medical equipment cleaning Stocking 1 year Clean workspace maintenance Managing patient records Vaccination administration Entry level Full Job Description Mission Road Animal Clinic is hiring full-time Veterinary Assistants to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you! What to Expect As you join our mission to provide progressive, high-quality, compassionate medical and surgical care for your canine and feline family members, expect to be supported in your work and home life with: All the benefits you deserve— medical, dental, vision, retirement for full-time employees Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge. 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today. Employee pet discounts! Because we know your pets are family, too. Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.

Salary:

$15.00•$17.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

S chedule:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday:

7:30 AM•5:30 PM.

One Saturday per month:

8:00 AM•12:00

PM Key Responsibilities:

Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries. Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed Maintain accurate medical records Communicate with pet owners about their pets' care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications:

At least 1 year of veterinary experience. Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment. Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately. About Mission Road Animal Clinic Welcome to Mission Road Animal Clinic, where our goal is to become your standard in veterinary medicine in the Prairie Village, KS community. As a full-service animal hospital, we offer a wide range of services and are dedicated to providing the most personal small animal care in Johnson County #VETASST