Equine Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Responsibilities:

• Ensuring the barn, treatment areas, stalls and lab are clean and organized.

• Assisting the veterinarian by restraining horses and ensuring the safety of the veterinarian and client.

• Sterilizing equipment.

• Assisting with TPR's, administering medication, drawing blood.

• Performing diagnostic imaging and laboratory tests.

• Communicating with veterinarians and other veterinary assistants to ensure continuity of patient care.

• Complying with hospital standards, rules, regulations, and policies.

• Maintaining medical records.

• Preparing and submitting lab samples.

• Assisting with maintenance of clinic.

Veterinary Assistant Requirements:

• Equine experience required.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Physically strong and dexterous, and ability to stand for extended periods.

• Available to work over weekends and holidays when necessary.

• Must live within half an hour of the clinic for on-call availability.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Up to $25 per hour depending on experience 

Benefits: After a period of employment 

• Paid time off

• Other benefits Negotiable 

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

• On call

• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required)

• Equine: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person