Veterinary Assistant

Position Objective:

To support senior medical staff members and to provide the highest quality of care possible to patients in a humane and professional manner, under supervision

Term of Employment:

Reports to:

Licensed Veterinary Technician and SNIP Program Manager  

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Promote the humane care and treatment of animals
• Assist with admitting patients on a daily basis, including the data entry of client and patient information into the computer
• Work within established policies and procedures and under the veterinarian’s direction to assist with the restraint of clinic patients during surgical preparation, surgical monitoring, the administration of pre-anesthetic and anesthetic drugs, and post-surgical monitoring of patients through discharge
• Assist with patient discharge and the daily “shots hour”
• Assist with inventory management and equipment maintenance, as directed
• Clean and organize all equipment and supplies every day
• Comply with the applicable state and federal laws established by the Virginia Board of Veterinary Medicine
• Sterilize all surgical packs
• Maintain strict confidentiality about client, patient, and donor information
• Assist in the maintenance of all program files and records
• Drive the SNIP mobile clinic to and from spay-neuter sites
• Maintain a current driver’s license
• Deliver, set up, and return the mobile clinic each day in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with established policies and procedures while promoting the humane care and treatment of animals at all times
• Participate in special events and perform other duties, as required
• Maintain flexibility in work schedule

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or the equivalent and two years of veterinary clinic experience
• Good organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to assess the health and well-being of patients
• Professional manner in dealing with coworkers and clients
• Ability to communicate well over the phone, in person, and in writing
• Ability to lift patients, equipment, and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to move equipment
• Ability to provide proof of a good driving record

To apply now, please click here. If you are unable to complete the online application, please mail your résumé and cover letter to:

Human Resources Department
501 Front St.
Norfolk, VA 23510