Veterinary Aide Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist Customer Service Managers
• Care for animals by bathing, feeding, watering, and exercising
• Sanitize examining rooms and surface areas
• Assist in holding and restraining animals during exams
• Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and tools
• Ensure exam, treatment and operating rooms are stocked
• Ensure all areas of the hospital are clean
• Provide care for animals after procedures
• Change animal bandages, bedding, and kennel materials
• Ensure all cages and kennels are clean
• Assist in administering medications
• Assist in holding and restraining animals for collecting samples such as blood or urine for testing
• Assist in emergency first aid
• Communicate with owners and families on surgery and recovery instructions
• Educate owners about animal health, conditions, and proper care
• Perform administrative duties such as updating files and processing payments

Veterinary Aide Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year previous experience in customer service especially with answering phones is beneficial
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
• Basic understanding of animal behavior and health care
• Passion for working with animals and their owners
• Interpersonal communication skills to communicate with owners and other veterinary staff
• Ability to prioritize and manage numerous different patient needs at one time
• Attention to detail in order to maintain accurate patient records
• Physical ability to restrain larger pets when necessary