Equine Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Equine Veterinary Technician/Assistant Lexington, KY Job Details Temporary | Part-time | Full-time | Contract $20 - $40 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Inventory management Maintaining patient confidentiality Livestock handling Driver's License Driving Cleaning Load & unload

Full Job Description Job Summary:

Looking for Part-Time (Possible Full-Time Opportunity) Seasonal Veterinary Assistant for coverage in Lexington, KY from May-October. Position will be working directly under a sport horse veterinarian in a private ambulatory practice. Great opportunity for veterinary or animal therapy students. Experience with horses is a must but will train the right person to strengthen skills with a strong work ethic and passion for equine care. Opportunity to learn Therapeutic Modalities including Shockwave, Laser Therapy, and Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES).

Location:

Lexington, KY Position:

Part-Time coverage May through November (seasonal). Opportunity for year-round full-time position requiring travel to Wellington, FL November-April.

Hours:

TBD - 3-5

days a week - Flexible schedule, some weekend hours required

Compensation:

Competitive hourly wage

Key Responsibilities:

 Must be able to lift and carry 50+lbs  Truck inventory, re-stocking, organization, loading and cleaning as needed.  Ability to move around and jog horses in a safe manner for evaluations, comfortable handling/restraining horses  Setting up equipment and assisting for diagnostics - Radiographs, Ultrasound  Assist in bloodwork/lab preparations and shipping/dropping off samples to local labs.  Prepping/Scrubbing horses to ensure safe procedures  Self-motivated and have willingness to learn as the role can include opportunity to learn other therapeutic modalities that may be utilized independently by assistant.  Report directly to supervising veterinarian and manager as needed/directed.

Required Qualifications:

 Experience working with horses required, 1-2 years  Must have valid driver's license and clean driving record.  Dependable and positive attitude, must be able to work well under pressure in a quick-moving environment  This person must portray themselves professionally, communicate effectively, be punctual, and maintain patient confidentiality. Email resumes with references listed to:

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary Pay:

$20.00 - $40.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 - 40 per week

Work Location:

In person