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A Street Animal Clinic
Veterinary Assistant
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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.
$41,659 / year median in Oregon
+30% projected growth
Job Description
We are seeking a veterinary technician to provide assistance for small but busy small animal practice (cats and dogs, occasional rabbits and exotics). We are currently open Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5-6 pm. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys looking out for the best quality of care for the animals and interacts well with clients.
Duties include:
- Obtaining history, weight and temperature of patients presented for appointments
- Maintaining cleanliness of exam rooms, surgical suites and treatment areas
- Taking X-rays, obtaining and analyzing blood/urine/feces samples, placing IV catheters, etc.
- Performing dental cleaning procedures on patients
- Monitoring anesthesia and assisting in surgery
- Occasional receptionist duties (answering phones, scheduling appointments, checking in/out clients, etc.