Veterinary Assistant
Clock Tower Animal Clinic
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- Pay
- $18 to $20
- an hour
- Location
- Lincoln, NE
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 6
- 13 days ago
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About the company
Clock Tower Animal Clinic
Veterinary · 2 to 10 employees
Clock Tower Animal Clinic is a privately owned small business that is constantly growing and looking to add top notch people to our highly valued team.
What you'll do
- Assist veterinarians with examinations, procedures, medications, vaccinations, laboratory tests, and diagnostics.
- Handle animals, monitor and document their health, educate clients, and maintain clean, organized examination rooms and facility areas.
What you need
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required; veterinary assistant certification is a plus.
- Relevant experience is required, and the role requires being able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Education: a high school diploma or a professional certificate
Key skills
Compassionate and patient demeanormedical terminologyStrong organizational skillsattention to detailveterinary assistant certification
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Perks
- work/life balance
- PTO
- paid holidays
- great benefits package
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Job Type
Full-time
Description
**Seeking Veterinary Assistant! **
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified veterinary assistant to join our team. Clock Tower Animal Clinic is a privately owned small business that is constantly growing and looking to add top notch people to our highly valued team. If you are a rockstar that is looking for an amazing and supportive work community, we would love to meet you. We offer wonderful work/life balance, no nights, no weekends, PTO and paid holidays. We have a brand new facility that is well equipped and focused on providing quality medicine. We also offer a great benefits package. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to animals and have the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians during examinations and procedures
- Prepare and maintain examination rooms and surgical areas
- Handle and restrain animals safely and humanely
- Administer medications and vaccinations as directed by veterinarians
- Monitor and record animal health and behavior
- Provide client education on pet care and health
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation
- Assist with laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures
- Ensure cleanliness and organization of the facility
Skills and Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; veterinary assistant certification is a plus
- Previous experience in a veterinary or animal care setting preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Compassionate and patient demeanor with animals and clients
- Basic knowledge of animal care and medical terminology
- Ability to handle stressful situations and emergencies
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Please note that only candidates with relevant experience will be considered. To apply, please submit your resume detailing your qualifications and experience in the field of veterinary medicine.
Requirements
Be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Salary Description
$18-20/hr