Join our team as a Veterinary Assistant and play a vital role in delivering compassionate, high-quality care to our animal patients. In this hands-on position, you will work closely alongside our veterinarians and clinic team, supporting daily procedures, patient handling, and clinical operations in a supportive, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Handling & Care: Safely restrain animals during examinations and treatments, assist with feeding, and support basic care procedures.
- Clinical Preparation: Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites for daily appointments and surgical procedures.
- Surgical Prep & Sterilisation: Properly clean, wrap, and sterilise surgical instruments and packs in accordance with hygiene and safety protocols.
- Facility & Equipment Care: Maintain strict sanitation and cleanliness protocols for kennels, cages, treatment areas, and surgical equipment.
- Diagnostic & Lab Support: Assist with sample collection, basic laboratory processing, and diagnostic record keeping.
- Inventory Management: Help maintain inventory levels, restock clinical supplies, and ensure all equipment is properly sanitised and prepped.
- Patient Records: Accurately log patient details, procedures, and observations into medical records.
Qualifications & Skills
- Animal Handling: Proven ability or confidence handling animals of varying sizes and temperaments safely and calmly.
- Laboratory Experience: Prior experience with laboratory tasks or diagnostic sample handling is a plus.
- Detail-Oriented: Ability to follow multi-step instructions and safety protocols precisely in a busy clinical environment.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective teamwork and clear interaction with pet owners.
- Eagerness to Learn: A proactive mindset with a strong desire to develop skills within veterinary care.
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
