Veterinary Assistant (Intermediate Care)

at  Purdue University

Job Description
Req Id: 34544
Job Title: Veterinary Assistant (Intermediate Care)
City: West Lafayette
Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

Purdue Veterinary Hospital is hiring an amazing Veterinary Assistant to support our Emergency and Critical Care team. The Emergency and Critical Care teams provide 24 hour support to pets and their owners. Veterinary Assistants will be responsible for patient care (walking, feeding, and cleaning), patient restraint for physical exams and sample collection, and assistance during a variety of emergency procedures. This team also keeps the service running by stocking and ordering supplies, cleaning, and alerting the nursing team to any observed patient concerns.
All members of the team are respected for their knowledge and experience and recognized for their contributions to fantastic patient care. Veterinary assistants provide around the clock care, and schedules may rotate through day/night shifts as well as weekends and holidays. Schedules will be discussed during the interview.
Purdue University offers a substantial benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days.

S2 REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma/GED
• One year of relevant work experience (in a veterinary hospital setting or related animal experience)

S3 REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Two years of relevant work experience (2 years in a veterinary hospital setting)

Please refer the Job description for details