Veterinary Assistant
Core
Support patient care from intake to recovery in a fast-paced veterinary clinic, assisting with diagnostics, nursing, and surgery.
Role type
Veterinary Assistant (hands-on IC)
Builds
Patient care workflows, diagnostic support, surgical assistance
Domain
Veterinary medicine / Small animal and exotic pet care
Required skills
animal restraint and triage, nursing care for hospitalized patients, medication administration, lab sample collection and processing, radiograph assistance, medical record interpretation, preventative care knowledge, surgery support
Preferred skills
low-stress animal handling, client communication, team efficiency focus, adaptability to physical demands
Technologies
digital radiology, endoscopic exam equipment, in-house diagnostics
Responsibilities
Assist with animal restraint, triage, and patient care; Collect lab samples and support diagnostic imaging; Provide nursing care for hospitalized patients; Administer medications and assist in surgery and anesthesia; Communicate with pet owners regarding patient status and care plans
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC