Veterinary Assistant

Full Time
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Posted
Job description

This is a full-time position with one weekday off and a rotating schedule for Saturday mornings--no emergency/ after-hours work! Our clinic is a general/ family practice, focusing on preventive care, outpatient surgery/ dentistry, and medical care. We are a well-established team looking to welcome a new member!

Key Responsibilities

  • Gathering basic vital signs, weight, and history on our patients and placing notes into the medical record
  • Clean cages and clean surrounding areas as time allows
  • Sterilize equipment and clean examination tables and rooms
  • Soothe upset or frightened animals
  • Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians
  • Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Vet
  • Help in cases of emergencies
  • Handle administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or calling patients in the examination room by priority
  • Keep accurate records and logs
  • Reassure clients that their pets are being cared for and explain issues (e.g. lack of appointments, insurance matters)
  • Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare
  • Educate owners on medications, husbandry, and recommended practices for their pets as directed by the veterinarians

Skills

  • Current or former pet ownership is an advantage
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to follow instructions properly
  • Comfortable being around animals (cats, dogs, birds, reptiles etc.)
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g. lift up to 40 lbs)
  • High school diploma; a certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Menomonee Falls, WI 53051: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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