The responsibilities of Veterinary Assistants vary considerably from one practice to another. In some situations, they may be assigned to assist only in the exam room or to assist only the Veterinary Technicians. More typically, though, they will divide their time between assisting the CSR’s, helping doctors with physical examinations, dispensing medications, and helping technicians position patients for and process radiographs, prepare patients for surgery, provide nursing, and comfort care, and perform treatments or basic laboratory diagnostic tests.
The main duties and responsibilities of our assistants involve ensuring the clinic’s overall cleanliness, equipment operations and supplies are maintained. Assistants must build positive, professional relationships with clients and staff members. Assistants should have completed or be in the process of completing their high school diplomas and must pursue significant on-the-job training.
Reporting Relationships
Direct: Manager and/or Owner
Practice Issues: Manager and/or Owner
Daily Operation: Manager, Veterinarians, Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Schedule: Manager and/or Lead Tech
EDUCATION
High School Diploma, required.
Completion of a Veterinary Assistant Certificate from a National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) approved program, or equivalent “on the job” training program, recommended.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum 2 years of veterinary experience, required.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:30 am – 6 pm
Tuesday and Thursday: 7:15 am – 7 pm
Saturday: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
(Shifts are on a rotating schedule)