Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

VCA Murphy Road Animal Hospital is expanding its Patient Care Team and seeking a Veterinary Assistant!

Schedule : Full-time with flexible scheduling.

About Us : At our AAHA-accredited hospital, we help pets live long, healthy, and happy lives. We strive to deliver the highest standards of veterinary care for both pets and their owners.

Position Overview

Our Veterinary Assistants support our Doctors and Veterinary Technician team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Duties will include :

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures.
• Safely restrain animals for treatments and diagnostics.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under supervision.
• Collect and process laboratory samples (blood, urine, feces).
• Perform basic diagnostic tests, including radiographs and blood tests.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Educate clients on general animal care, nutrition, and post-treatment instructions.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of examination rooms, surgical areas, and kennels.
• Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and answering phones.
• Filling prescriptions.
• Providing compassionate care and a home away from home for boarded and hospitalized pets.

Qualifications :

We support a work environment where you can thrive in your career while making a meaningful impact on patients and clients. Here's what we offer :

We're excited to meet you and welcome you to our team. Apply today!

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