Veterinary Tech Attendant Department: Veterinary Assistants
Employment Type: Part Time
Location: Huntington, New York
Compensation: $16.50 - $17.50 / hour
Description Join Our Team as a Veterinary Technician Attendant at West Hills Animal Hospital!
Are you passionate about animal care and eager to grow in the veterinary field?
West Hills Animal Hospital is looking for a dedicated Part-time Veterinary Technician Attendant to join our amazing team for Overnight shifts!
Position Overview:
As a Veterinary Technician Attendant, you'll play a key role in providing compassionate care for our clients and their pets, whether they're visiting for routine health checks or emergency treatment.
This position includes responsibilities as a Medical Boarding and ER Treatment Assistant, helping with patient care, monitoring, and support in critical situations.
Key Responsibilities Caring for special needs borders such as diabetics, geriatrics, epileptics, etc.
Restraining a variety of canine, feline, and exotic species for the doctors and technicians Cleaning (Sweeping, Mopping, cages, dishes, garbage, surgical site, dental Suite, etc.)
Administering oral medications Documentation of general well-being of in-hospital patients and boarders Assisting with Er protocol, ensuring ER table is prepared for crashing patients Preparing surgical material in coordination with the surgical handbook (ensure materials are sterilized and prepared for procedures) Assisting LVTs with TPRs & blood pressures.
examining incisions for cleanliness and closure Triaging emergency appointments in coordination with the ER doctor on-premises.
Capturing various types of radiographs including but not limited to the thorax and abdominal views Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Organized Works well with others Able to follow directions Able to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment Neat, clean, and adheres to WHAH uniform Individuals with extreme willingness to learn, and with great love for animals 1 year of general practice or emergency veterinary experience Must be able to stand, lift, and do work duties for a minimum of 8 hours Lifting of large boxes, dog food, and a variety of canine and feline species up to 50 lbs.
Ability to write neatly, communicate well with others, attend staff meetings, and adhere to training programs Own transportation Job Benefits Paid Time Off (PTO) Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedules 401K with company match Career development and training