Veterinary Assistant Jobs
A Veterinary Assistant plays an integral role in the veterinary industry by providing essential support to Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians. They are responsible for a wide range of tasks including maintaining medical records, cleaning and sanitizing animal cages, providing post-operative care, preparing samples for laboratory examinations, feeding and bathing animals, and assisting during patient examinations. Veterinarian Assistants often communicate with pet owners, so strong interpersonal and communication skills are paramount. Knowledge of animal behavior and medical terminology is also vital.
Before becoming a Veterinary Assistant, a person could have roles such as an Animal Caretaker, Pet Groomer, or Kennel Attendant. These roles provide valuable experience in handling and caring for animals. It's not mandatory, but advantageous to have a certificate or diploma in Veterinary Assistance. These programs usually cover anatomy, animal behavior, and veterinary office practices, and are typically completed in a year or less. A certification like the Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA) designation is recognized by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA), and can enhance employment prospects.
- Wedington Animal Hospital
- Fayetteville, AR
- 9 hours ago
- Wedington Animal Hospital
- Fayetteville, AR
- 9 hours ago
Qualifications We're looking for: An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred....
- Greenland Veterinary Hospital
- Greenland, NH
- 13 hours ago
- Greenland Veterinary Hospital
- Greenland, NH
- 13 hours ago
To learn more about us click here: Job Description Job duties include, but are not limited to: Responsibilities: As a Veterinary Assistant, your primary duties will include: Cleaning exam rooms and...
- Companion Animal Medical Center
- Shreveport, LA
- 13 hours ago
- Companion Animal Medical Center
- Shreveport, LA
- 13 hours ago
Qualifications We're looking for: An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred....
We are seeking a full-time veterinary assistant to join our compassionate and dedicated crew. Prior veterinary experience is preferred, however other relevant work experience may be considered....
- Groves Veterinary Clinic
- Port Charlotte, FL
- 1 day ago
- Groves Veterinary Clinic
- Port Charlotte, FL
- 1 day ago
preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management....
- Pet Emergency Treatment and Specialties Inc.
- Lancaster, PA
- 1 day ago
- Pet Emergency Treatment and Specialties Inc.
- Lancaster, PA
- 1 day ago
The position of Assistant Practice Manager is designated to be a member of the management team that has direct, day-to-day contact and influence on the actions, attitudes and performance of our...
ER Veterinary Assistant / Credentialed Technician - Overnight
- Emergency Veterinary Care Centers
- Highland, IN
- 1 day ago
- Emergency Veterinary Care Centers
- Highland, IN
- 1 day ago
About the Role At Emergency Veterinary Care Centers, we are seeking a skilled ER Veterinary Assistant who can demonstrate their advanced medical knowledge....
- B & A Animal Hospital
- Boaz, AL
- 1 day ago
- B & A Animal Hospital
- Boaz, AL
- 1 day ago
Qualifications We're looking for: Prior experience as a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician preferred. ...
Veterinary Assistant / Front Desk
- Cherrydale Vet Clinic
- Arlington, VA
- 2 days ago
- Cherrydale Vet Clinic
- Arlington, VA
- 2 days ago
Full time Veterinary Assistant/Front Desk needed in our busy full service small animal practice in Arlington, VA....
Veterinary Assistant- Full Time
- Riverwalk Animal Hospital - Sanford, FL
- Sanford, FL
- 2 days ago
- Riverwalk Animal Hospital - Sanford, FL
- Sanford, FL
- 2 days ago
Qualifications We're looking for: An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred....
- The Grand Lake Veterinary Hospital
- Oakland, CA
- 2 days ago
- The Grand Lake Veterinary Hospital
- Oakland, CA
- 2 days ago
JOB DESCRIPTION Veterinary Assistant REPORTS TO: Lead Veterinary Assistant, Head RVT, Team Development Manager, Assistant Manager, Hospital Administrator, or Owner(s) POSITION OVERVIEW The Veterinary...
Overnight Veterinary Assistant
- PriorityPet Urgent Care of Watkinsville
- Watkinsville, GA
- 3 days ago
- PriorityPet Urgent Care of Watkinsville
- Watkinsville, GA
- 3 days ago
We're looking to hire the most compassionate, experienced, and qualified veterinary assistants to ensure the highest quality of medicine is provided....
Experienced Veterinary Assistant
- PriorityPet Urgent Care of Watkinsville
- Watkinsville, GA
- 3 days ago
- PriorityPet Urgent Care of Watkinsville
- Watkinsville, GA
- 3 days ago
We're looking to hire the most compassionate, experienced, and qualified veterinary assistants to ensure the highest quality of medicine is provided....
- Lowcountry Vets at Old Town
- Bluffton, SC
- 4 days ago
- Lowcountry Vets at Old Town
- Bluffton, SC
- 4 days ago
Qualifications We're looking for: An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred....
- Animal Care Center Of Salem
- Salem, VA
- 4 days ago
- Animal Care Center Of Salem
- Salem, VA
- 4 days ago
Veterinary Assistant Join our team at Animal Care Center Of Salem as a Veterinary Assistant!...
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Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinary Assistant positions.
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Veterinary Assistants offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Veterinary Assistant position
- Surgical Preparation
- Veterinary Assisting
- Kennel Duties
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
- Animal Restraint
- Small Animal Care
- Client Education
- Anesthesia Monitoring
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
- Surgical Monitoring
- Exotics
- Microchipping
- Fluid Therapy
- Patient Recovery
- Digital Radiography
- Cystocentesis
- Preventive Care
- Blood Transfusion
- Kennel Cleaning
- Laser Therapy
- Animal Care
- IV Catheterization
- Reptiles
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Central Line Placement
- Anesthesia
- Catheterization
- Animal Handling
- Sample Collection
- Surgical Assisting
- Medication Administration
- Learning and Development
- Surgery
- Venipuncture
- Triage
- X-Rays
- Patient Care
- Wellness
- Scheduling Appointments
- Diagnostic
- Medical Records
- Nursing
- Educating
- Referrals
- Health Care
- Networking
- Prioritizing
- Customer Relations
- High School Diploma
- Friendliness
- Events
- Mentoring
- Employee Development
- Collaboration
- Inventory Management
- Multitasking
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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