Veterinary Assistant jobs in Elkhart, IN

We are searching for a veterinary technician and/or a veterinary assistant. We are a small, but busy, mixed animal practice located in the heart of Topeka. We work together as a team and look forward to adding you to the team. These positions will be for up to four days per week and at least one Saturday per month. Applicants should:

--Be a graduate of a Veterinary Technician program OR be enrolled in a Veterinary Technician program OR have had Veterinary Assistance experience.

--Be at least 18 years old with high school diploma or equivalent.

--Be able to communicate well in both verbal and written form.

--Be able to learn quickly and take direction well.

--Be detail oriented and work well under pressure.

--Be self motivated and able to multi task.

--Have a pleasant personality and work effectively as part of a team.

--Have basic computer and typing skills.

--Strive to do their best and have a desire to continue learning and growing both professionally and personally.

--Be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted.

--Genuinely enjoy working with animals, and be able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill, fractious or in pain.

--Be comfortable with people and be able to provide excellent customer care.

Pay is negotiable according to experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)
• Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person