Veterinary Technician Assistant (VTA)

TAHO is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to fill a full-time Veterinary Assistant position within our organization. 

Our VTAs primarily focus on providing assistance to all of our medical and surgical professionals, as well as maintaining a clean and organized hospital environment. 

Ideal candidate:

- Must enjoy talking/developing relationships with our clients and patients. 

- Must work well under fast-paced and sometimes stressful conditions - must remain calm professional. 

- Must be self motivated but work well within a team environment. 

- Must be able to multitask. 

- Must be presentable and professional at all times. 

- Must be able to accept direction and follow instructions. 

- Must be skilled in telecommunications and with computers (MACS/iPads). 

- Must have basic knowledge of veterinary medicine and animal care - or willing/eager to learn.

- Must have experience in interacting with the public and working with a team. 

Responsibilities:

- Provides general assistance to all medical and surgical professionals.

- Must be well skilled, or able/willing to learn, proper animal handling and behavior. 

- Must be able to lift 30 lbs without assistance. 

- Must be able to stand/walk for the duration of schedule shifts (8 hours/day).

- Must be able to bend/kneel repeatedly throughout the day. 

- Must be able to handle and work with cleaning supplies/chemicals. 

- Maintains a clean and sanitary environment for all clients, patients, and team. 

- Assists the medical team with some minor patient care duties, including: monitoring hospitalized patients in passing, continuously ensuring all patients are fed, watered, and are in clean and safe environments at all times. 

- Manages high-volume surgical release/discharge. Organizes ands Reviews all post-operative instructions with clients. Maintains order during high-volume release. 

- Must be presentable and professional at all times. Must be able to interact with clients. 

- Must be very friendly and personable. 

- Ensures all kennels are maintained and properly sanitized. 

- Ensures the hospital is clean and organized at all times throughout the day, and prior to leaving shift. 

- Provides general assistance to organization's directors. 

We pride ourselves on the level of service we provide - VTA candidates must excel in customer service and have a bright positive attitude.  The ability to work well with a team and accept direction is required.