Veterinary Assistant

Description

Sawtooth Veterinary Services is seeking a reliable and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our practice. This role involves working with small animals, assisting veterinarians in delivering high-quality medical care, and supporting daily clinic operations.

About you:

Positive attitude, love animals, are curious about the world of veterinary medicine. At Sawtooth Veterinary Services, we believe in hiring well, training well, and promoting from within.

About Us:

Sawtooth Veterinary Services has built a business based on trust, reputation, compassion, and being truly passionate about serving our community. We are early adopters of technology and innovation; we value continued growth and education, and we’ve created an environment where our team grows together. Finding the right fit is just as important as finding the right skill set.

Because we’re fast-growing, our team members receive more than just a competitive compensation package, they have an opportunity to grow their career in other meaningful ways, based on their individual goals.

What You'll Be Doing:

Every day is different, but you can expect to:

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Monitor anesthesia and patient recovery
• Perform laboratory testing and diagnostics
• Assist in taking radiographs (X-rays)
• Administer medications
• Handle and restrain animals safely
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Client communication and education
• Assist with emergency and critical care cases
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of clinic and equipment

We care:

For a forever-learning animal-lover like yourself, who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative work environment, we offer a wide range of benefits and career growth opportunities.

• Competitive Compensation Package, $15-17/hour
• Work-Life Balance
• Health, dental, & vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Robust veterinary service discounts for your pets
• Complimentary Wellness Plans for your pets
• Generous referral program

Excited? Let’s get talking!!

Got questions? We’re all ears. Let’s get to know each other better. Email your thoughts and resume to us. Look forward to hearing from you!

Requirements

Qualifications:

• 1 year of experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant required (certification a plus, but not required)
• High school diploma
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to hazards associated with aggressive patients; hazards associated with infected animals and controlled substances; exposure to unpleasant odors and noises; exposure to bites, scratches and animal wastes; possible exposure to contagious diseases.
• Will be exposed to potentially hazardous or unpleasant materials, including: blood, urine, feces, and vomit (at least 50% of the time); anesthetic gases (25% of the time); cleaning materials (90% of the time); medical sharps (90% of the time); radiographic exposure (25% of the time), exposure to therapy laser (10-15% of the time), and zoonotic diseases (less than 10% of the time)