The Veterinary Assistant supports our veterinary team by ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients, clients, and staff. This role is heavily focused on maintaining hospital cleanliness and safely restraining animals during exams, treatments, and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
· Safely restrain dogs and cats for exams, treatments, blood draws, and procedures.
· Assist with patient handling and movement throughout the hospital.
· Perform daily cleaning duties including disinfecting exam rooms, kennels, surgical areas, lobby, bathrooms, kitchen, and treatment spaces.
· Take out all trash from indoor and outdoor receptacles
· Wash, dry, and fold laundry; keep hospital stocked with clean bedding and towels.
· Clean and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
· Check in inventory and restock all areas of the hospital
· Support veterinary technicians and doctors with basic patient care tasks.
Requirements:
· Comfort working with animals of all sizes and temperaments.
· Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
· Willingness to work on your feet for extended periods.
· Positive, team-oriented attitude and commitment to hospital cleanliness.
· Attention to detail
· Excellent attendance history
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them. Come be a part of a great team!