Vet Assistant

The posting

We are seeking experienced horsemen/women who have earned a BS degree in an Equine or Animal Sciences program. Applicants must have a solid history of working with and handling horses. Employees in this position are scheduled to work 36-40 hours per week with over-time as needed. Successful applicants are scheduled for 12 hour shifts and do involve weekend shifts. Assistants are cross-trained as night attendant nurses and work one on-call night shift per week. The goal of this position: develop technical skills through on-the-job training that will allow the employee to acquire a licensed veterinary technical degree. The goal in the position is to learn both the technical/medical side of an equine practice as well as the business side. On the business side, staff will learn both office and inventory management skills.
Applicants must be enthusiastic, eager to learn, self-motivated and willing to work outside in all weather conditions. This position requires a lot of physical activity and can involve handling heavy medical equipment-applicants must be able to lift 50#s. This position is generally assisting veterinarians in the field but also involves assisting with out-patient appointments and hospitalized patients. Applicants must possess personal confidence and good people skills.