A veterinary assistant supports veterinarians and veterinary technicians, which allows them to focus on their job responsibilities. Veterinary assistants provide clients with information regarding treatments and products, keep treatment areas clean, and assist with nursing duties. Responsibilities: • Ensuring treatment areas, examination rooms, hospital areas, cages, and laboratories are clean and organized. • Sterilizing equipment. • Ensuring clients and pets are comfortable in the waiting area. • Providing empathetic care for hospitalized patients, and keeping patients and their cages clean. • Restraining irritable, angry patients appropriately and safely where required. • Assisting with administering medication, drawing blood, and cleaning patients’ teeth. Requirements: • High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent. • NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant certification. • Affinity for animals. • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. • Strong people skills.

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