Veterinary Assistant

Town & Country West Veterinary Clinic is looking for a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician.

We are committed to providing the best care available, we are looking for someone who is motivated and devoted to ensuring our patients and clients get the best care.

We want someone who is compassionate, professional, and willing to learn. Experience with Avimark is a plus. Since we are a clinic, you must be able to handle stressful situations and emergencies as they arise. We are a fast-paced veterinary clinic that wants someone who will be able to connect with clients and nurture and encourage lifelong relationships and having a positive attitude is the first step.

Responsibilities include:

· Restraining dogs and cats for procedures/exams

· Acquiring samples for diagnostic tests including venipuncture and radiology

· Running diagnostic tests such as bloodwork, parasite screenings, cytology

· Assisting in surgical procedures

· Perform dental cleanings

· Caring for hospitalized patients

· Filling prescriptions

· Loading, prepping and assisting in exam rooms

· General cleaning and maintenance of the hospital and its equipment

· Managing inventory

· Must be able to lift 50 lb.

· Other similar tasks required to keep the clinic running smoothly

Job requirements

· Must be proficient at restraining both dogs and cats

· Must have a good teamwork ethic and a positive attitude

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental, Employee Discounts, Retirement Plan, Long Term Disability. Please ask us about the conditions.

Drug Testing

We are a Drug-Free Workplace member so you must be willing to be drug tested.

Pay Rate

$10 to $12 based on experience.

This job will require to work 1 Saturday EOW (8:00 am to 2:30 pm). There will be 10-hour shifts 4 times a week on alternating weeks.

Town & Country West Veterinary Clinic is located at 1770 Powder Springs Rd. SW. Marietta, GA 30064. Visit our website at https://www.TCWVetClinic.com for more information.