Veterinary Assistant

Company Description

Join our team at Wentzville Veterinary Clinic, where for over 60 years, we've been providing top-notch care to pets and animals across Troy, Wentzville, and surrounding areas. We're looking for passionate veterinary professionals who share our commitment to exceptional, compassionate care.

As part of our team, you'll work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive, family-oriented environment. We value your skills and dedication to animal health, and offer the opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of pets and their owners.

If you're ready to be part of a respected, established practice, we'd love to hear from you!

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Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to :

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We're looking for :

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information

We offer our staff :

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