Senior Veterinary Assistant
Core
Senior Veterinary Assistant supporting spay/neuter surgery and primary pet care for cats and dogs in underserved communities.
Role type
Senior Veterinary Assistant (IC)
Builds
Spay/neuter surgeries and primary care services for pets
Domain
Veterinary medicine / Animal welfare
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
animal handling (cats, dogs), surgical assistance, anesthesia monitoring, medical record entry, instrument sterilization, client communication, low-stress handling techniques
Preferred skills
veterinary medical experience, Spanish language proficiency
Technologies
digital databases, anesthesia machines, pulse oximeters, scales
Responsibilities
Care for cats and dogs presenting for spay/neuter surgery; Monitor vital signs of sedated and anesthetized patients; Assist with patient exams and prepare medications; Clean, sonicate, pack, and sterilize surgical instruments; Communicate with clients regarding intake and medical concepts; Enter medical information into digital databases
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC