- Pay
- $17–22/hr
- Where
- Bloomington, IN, United States
- Level
- Mid
Join our dynamic urgent care veterinary team as a Veterinary Assistant dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets in a fast-paced, rewarding environment. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse caseload, focusing on urgent and emergency cases without the burden of overnight shifts. You will play a vital part in delivering compassionate, high-quality veterinary nursing services, ensuring each patient receives attentive and professional care. If you thrive in energetic settings and are passionate about animal health, this is the perfect role for you to grow your skills and make a meaningful difference.
Requirements
Assist veterinarians with urgent care procedures, including animal restraint, catheterization, and aseptic techniques
Perform animal husbandry tasks such as feeding, cleaning, grooming, and monitoring patient health status
Conduct laboratory tests and interpret results to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning
Handle pet care duties including pet grooming, pet care education, and ensuring proper animal comfort and safety
Manage diagnostic imaging procedures such as X-ray acquisition and processing
Support dental procedures by understanding dental terminology and assisting with dental cleanings or extractions
Maintain accurate medical records, update patient charts, and document treatments thoroughly
Provide dog handling expertise during examinations or treatments, ensuring safe and effective restraint
Assist with laboratory sample collection and processing for diagnostic testing
Ensure adherence to veterinary critical care protocols during emergency situations
Proven kennel experience coupled with animal handling expertise across various species including dogs and horses
Strong knowledge of veterinary terminology, animal physiology, anatomy, and veterinary critical care practices
Experience with laboratory procedures, X-ray techniques, and aseptic surgical techniques
Skilled in animal restraint, catheterization, and maintaining animal safety during procedures
Familiarity with pet grooming, pet training techniques, and pet care best practices
Ability to communicate effectively using veterinary terminology with team members and clients
Knowledge of dental terminology relevant to veterinary dentistry procedures
Capable of working efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
Enthusiastic about ongoing learning in areas such as equine experience or advanced veterinary technician skills
Benefits
401(k)
Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00/hour depending on experience