Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Columbus, OH Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Patient comfort Patient monitoring Floor cleaning Patient assessment Radiology High school diploma or GED Disinfection procedures Collecting samples for laboratory testing Window cleaning Laundry Stocking Clerical experience Patient treatment Patient transport Entry level Patient observation Under 1 year Animal restraint Full Job Description The College of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Medical Center seeks a Veterinary Assistant to join the Radiology Ultrasound team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to assist in the provision of care to ill and injured animals as wells a providing assistance to clinicians, staff and professional students in the days to day operations of the Veterinary Medical Center. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: providing basic patient care functions; assisting in the collection of lab specimens such as blood, urine, and feces for testing; assisting with patient assessment, restraint and treatments; assisting with training student employees in prescribed care of animals; comforting and caring for hospitalized animal patients; walking patients and providing clean housing, food, and water at all times; monitoring patients and notifying higher level technician or veterinarian of any unusual changes or symptoms; transporting patients within the Veterinary Medical Center; stocking supplies including feed, medical supplies and equipment; cleaning and disinfecting treatment areas, animals housing units, adjacent areas and supporting equipment following prescribed sanitation procedures and observing rules of epidemiology to prevent spread of disease; carrying out prescribed bedding; performing daily cleaning of outdoor dog exercise areas and VMC entrances; cleaning of all animal areas including windows, floors, light covers, ledges, hallways, vents, receiving rooms etc.; notifying supervisor of need for non-routine repairs; assisting with laundry; providing clerical support when necessary; and other duties as assigned. The successful candidates will be expected to work 40 hours a week on with a schedule to be determined by the business unit. This position is subject to a background check prior to starting. Hiring Range - $17.00 - $19.79 per hour

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED. 0 years of relevant experience required. 0-2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Working Conditions:

Exposure to animal dander and/or zoonotic diseases; exposure to needle sticks, hazardous chemicals, and/or bio hazardous waste; standing for long periods of time; pushing/pulling/lifting up to 75 pounds. Regular 40 First Shift