Veterinary Assistants

Veterinary Assistants North Shore Animal League America - 2.5 Port Washington, NY Job Details Full-time $17 - $18 an hour 5 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Qualifications Medication administration Laboratory tests Greeting customers Collecting samples for laboratory testing Laundry Patient care Cleaning Autoclave Stocking Nutrition education 1 year Patient charting Patient transport Communication skills Health education and counseling Veterinary assistant experience Entry level Animal restraint Full Job Description North Shore Animal League America is currently seeking full time 40 hours/5 days a week including a weekend shift Veterinary Assistants with hands on animal experience to support Veterinarians and Licensed Veterinary Technicians in their daily tasks.

Responsibilities:

Assist with medical examinations. Restrain and handle patients as needed. Greet clients, review charts before placing clients and patients into exam rooms. Take complete patient history before Veterinarian comes in room. Administer oral topical, eye and ear medications bandage changes. Know vaccine and testing protocols. Prepare outside lab tests. Fecal and urine sample collection and run/read fecal tests. Prepare surgical packs using autoclave. Identify animals in need of medical attention. Document treatments in treatment record. Educate and provide information to the clients concerning prescriptions, preventatives, nutrition and special diets and our services. Clean and maintain holding areas, exam rooms and equipment, clean cages, water bowls, litter pans and do laundry. Feed, exercise groom and weigh patients. Perform special diet feeding. Collar, process and transport animals to other areas of facility when necessary. Stock medical and non-medical supplies. Monitor animals in oxygen cages.

Requirements:

Qualified candidates must possess 1+ years' experience or applicable education experience. Hands on animal experience is required and the Ability to handle and control animals. Must be able to multi-task and perform in a fast paced environment. Possess strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. Must be mature, responsible, energetic, and able to work well in a team atmosphere. Must love animals and fully support the mission of the NSALA and what to make a difference in the lives of animals.

Salary:

$17.00 - 18.00 per hour We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and much more. For consideration, interested candidates can forward their resume and cover letter, along with salary requirements to .