Veterinary Assistant
Pet Wellness Group
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- Pay
- $13 to $17
- an hour
- Location
- Hebron, KY
- Job type
- Part time
- Posted
- Oct 21
- 1 day ago
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About the company
Pet Wellness Group
Veterinary · 11 to 50 employees
What you'll do
- Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
- Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
- Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
- Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
- Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
- Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
What you need
- At least 1 year of veterinary experience
- Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment
- Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately
Key skills
veterinary experiencedisinfectionadministering medicationdiagnostic equipmenthandle animals safely
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Perks
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee pet discount
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Read the full posting here
The Pet Wellness Group is hiring a Part-time Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!
What to Expect
As you join our mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
Professional development opportunities
Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
Salary: $13.00-$17.00 per hour, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.
Schedule: part-time, up to 28 hours per week
Key Responsibilities:
Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
Maintain accurate medical records
Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment
Qualifications:
At least 1 year of veterinary experience is required.
Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.