Veterinary Assistant
Core
Provide skilled care to animal patients and exceptional service to clients in a full-service veterinary facility.
Role type
Veterinary Assistant
Builds
Clinical examinations, treatments, surgeries, and preventative health care
Domain
Veterinary medicine / Animal care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
animal restraint, basic laboratory testing, medication administration, clinic sanitation, client communication, appointment scheduling
Preferred skills
knowledge of vaccination protocols, veterinary terminology, pet behavior
Technologies
diagnostic equipment, digital radiography, ultrasound
Responsibilities
Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries; Greet clients and manage sign-in/appointment verification; Escort clients to exam rooms and relay information; Handle and restrain animals safely; Prepare and sterilize examination and surgical areas; Collect blood, urine, and stool samples; Administer medications and vaccinations under supervision; Answer client calls for appointments and inquiries; Make outbound calls for reminders and follow-ups