Veterinary Assistant
Core
Full-time Veterinary Assistant supporting veterinarians and technicians in animal examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
Role type
Veterinary Assistant
Builds
Animal care services and clinical support for veterinary patients
Domain
Veterinary medicine / Animal care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
animal restraint, basic laboratory testing, medication administration, medical record maintenance, facility sanitation, equipment sterilization
Preferred skills
none stated
Technologies
diagnostic equipment
Responsibilities
Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgeries; handle and restrain animals safely; prepare and sterilize examination and surgical areas; perform basic lab tests (blood, urine, stool); administer medications and vaccinations; feed, bathe, and exercise animals; maintain medical records; communicate with pet owners; clean and maintain clinic environment.