Description Van Lue Veterinary Surgical is a surgical referral practice seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. Previous veterinary experience is preferred. We are seeking an individual who can multi-task and maintain a professional demeanor in a sometimes-stressful environment. You must be flexible and willing to take on diverse responsibilities, with a desire to grow professionally. The ideal candidate is a confident team player who is excited to advance their veterinary surgical and medical knowledge and is willing to provide input and ideas based on knowledge and prior experience. Requirements Duties: The responsibilities of a Veterinary Assistant in our practice are to assist our surgeons and veterinary nurses/technicians with the daily operation and cleaning of our facility. This includes: • Assisting with patient treatments, husbandry, and restraint • General cleaning of the hospital and turn over of the operating room in between surgeries. • Laundry • Restocking hospital disposables • Instrument care and cleaning • Run in-house lab samples • Machine/equipment maintenance as required Position requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent • Computer and typing skills • Basic knowledge of veterinary terminology and procedures • Lifting and carrying patients and equipment up to 50 lbs unassisted and ability to sit/stand for extended periods of time • Availability to work 30-35 hours/week, Tuesday through Friday (Fridays and Wednesdays are a must) Benefits: • Paid vacation • Paid holidays • Competitive wages • Medical, dental, vision, dependent care FSA, and short-term disability benefit options • Various voluntary benefit offerings, including hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, etc. • 401K with employer match • CE opportunities • Uniforms • Discounts on services and medications for employee pets This is a great opportunity for anyone wishing to pursue a career in veterinary medicine and wanting to learn more about specialty practice and surgery.If this sounds interesting, please send us your resume and a short cover letter.