Veterinary Assistant (SIVA) Internal Medicine

About this role

Assistant must have a solid foundation as a veterinary assistant with exceptional knowledge and skill, working as part of the Internal Medicine team to continue to provide extremely high standards of veterinary care.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years veterinary assistant experience in a Veterinary Specialty Hospital preferred.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, demanding environment, demonstrating the ability to handle multiple tasks with competing deadlines while paying attention to details.

• Ability to work independently and use initiative but also able to work as part of a team.

• Must be experienced and proficient in handling, a clear communicator and efficient in the supportive Veterinary assistant role during procedures.

• Must be proficient in handling sensitive instruments and equipment.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

• Must be able to work well and be composed in stressful situations.

• Must be able to follow detailed protocols

• Must be organized and able to complete documentation in the Electronic Medical Record.

Skills and Responsibilities:

• Restrain patients for routine examinations, IV catheter placement, blood draws, induction and recovery

• Infection control: cleaning and disinfecting of work areas, instruments, equipment and cages.