Overview
Veterinary/Kennel Assistant Jobs in United States at Tri-County Veterinarians
A veterinary and kennel assistant supports veterinarians and veterinary technicians in exams, treatment, surgery and boarding. The veterinary and kennel assistant assists with animal restraint, housekeeping, client communication, treatments, surgeries and daily patient and boarding animal care. They communicate with clients in person and by phone for follow-up care and patient monitoring.
Technical Duties, 70%:
Patient Care
Care for boarding and hospitalized animals, including cage cleaning, exercising, feeding, observing signs of illness and controlling the spread of parasites and infectious diseases
Restrain patients for procedures performed by technicians or doctors
Administer medications
Assess change in animal status
Trim nails
Clean ears
Bathing and dipping procedures
Ensure hospital patients and boarding pets are cared for, go home well groomed, and in an appropriate medical state
Laboratory & Pharmacy
Perform basic in-house lab tests
Collect Samples, such as fecal samples
Complete forms for reference lab
Fill out lab reports and logs
Clean lab area
Fill prescriptions
Inventory
Restock shelves and drawers in exam rooms and treatment area
Assist with inventory and supplies, by notifying Office Manager when getting low
Housekeeping Duties, 20%:
Do laundry
Clean cages and boarding kennels
Help maintain clean exam rooms, treatment area, surgical suite and bathrooms
Clean public and staff areas
Assist with facility and yard maintenance to maintain a clean, odorless and inviting environment
Client Communication Duties, 8%:
Professional, cheerful and helpful attitude when interacting with pet owners
Knowledge of common diseases, their symptoms and means of transmission
Knowledge of preventative health care recommendations to answer questions and assist in marketing veterinary services from which clients’ pets would benefit
Administrative Duties, 2%:
Help in reception area when needed
Know how to answer multi-line phones when needed
Understand proper medical record keeping
Understand front-desk procedures in order to assist receptionists (such as phone system, AviMark and appointment scheduling guidelines)
Educational Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
Formal or on-the-job training in veterinary technology
Skills Needed:
Ability and willingness to assist technicians, doctors and receptionists
Responsibilities will vary based on the practice’s current needs, the season and the individual skills of the employee
Ability to assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery
Effective communicator
Physical Obligations:
Able to lift patients and carry equipment up to 45 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 45 pounds with assistance
Endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time
Type information for patient records and prescription labels into the computer
Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment
Take safety precautions for exposure to aggressive animals, zoonotic diseases, toxins, drugs, anesthesia and radiation
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 – $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No nights
Weekends as needed
Experience:
Kennel: 1 year (Preferred)
Location:
Elkton, FL 32033 (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Elkton, FL 32033 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Veterinary/Kennel Assistant
Company: Tri-County Veterinarians
Location: United States
