Veterinary Assistant

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $19.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Simple IRA with 3% match
generous CE allowance
Uniform allowance
Pet service discounts
Paid Time Off
Paid standard holidays
vacation days
sick days

Job Description

Dells Veterinary Services, established in 2006, is a privately owned veterinary practice located in Dell Rapids, South Dakota, accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). This reputable practice serves a diverse clientele, including high-end livestock herds and companion pets, providing top-tier veterinary care with a strong emphasis on client education and community service. The facility boasts an impressive 8,400 square feet of space equipped with advanced technology such as digital x-ray, ultrasound, in-house blood work, urinalysis, gas anesthesia in surgical and dental suites, cold laser therapy, digital dental x-rays, and Midmark 3 dental equipment. In addition, Dells Veterinary Services... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a veterinary clinic preferred
  • Ability to lift and handle up to 50 pounds
  • Availability for full-time shifts including one Saturday morning every four weeks during the school year
  • Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken
  • Strong interpersonal skills and time management
  • Ability to perform laboratory and diagnostic procedures
  • Knowledge of animal behavior and handling techniques
  • Stable career history with no changes in career path within the last two years

Job Qualifications

  • A very good master of the English language (written and spoken) is required
  • You must be available for full-time employment consisting of four, 10.5-hour shifts plus one out of four Saturday mornings during the school year
  • Be able to lift and handle up to 50 pounds
  • Be outgoing, positive, energetic, self-motivated and career-oriented
  • Possess excellent time management skills in a fast-paced environment with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Have a strong understanding of animal behavior and handling techniques
  • Strong candidates will show a stable career path where previous employment and areas of interest have led to a career in this field
  • Previous experience in a veterinary clinic preferred
  • The right candidate must also show at least 2 years performance at the same job with no change in career during that time

Job Duties

  • Engaging and communicating with clients promoting education and preventative care
  • Assisting with patient history, restraint, charges, estimates and client education in the exam room
  • Monitoring patient conditions during treatments, procedures and hospitalization
  • Performing laboratory procedures and x-rays to assist in diagnosis and treatments
  • Preparing medications for both outpatient and inpatients and helping stock trucks for livestock appointments
  • Preparing surgical equipment, including sterilization, and ensuring that the operating room is properly stocked, sterilized and ready for surgery
  • Preparing for office hours by stocking drawers and refrigerators in exam rooms and treatment area and assuring that drugs and equipment are ready before appointments and procedures
  • Stock and manage inventory of medical supplies, medications, and equipment
  • Assisting the receptionists as needed and assume their duties during their absence
  • Additional responsibilities as assigned by management

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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