Veterinary Assistant jobs in Sioux Falls, SD
Veterinary Assistant prepares treatment room for examination of animals; restrains animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal. Being a Veterinary Assistant requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to be certified/licensed. Additionally, Veterinary Assistant is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision of a veterinarian. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Veterinary Assistant
- Dells Veterinary Services, P.C.
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Rapids, SD
FULL_TIME
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Who is Dells VetWe are a fast-growing family-built practice in the heart of South Dakota. We enjoy that our progressive clients drive us to pursue the highest quality of comprehensive care. Our clients, employees and community are our family. Our best day is when we help them.
Your Mission
Your mission is to work with our medical team to provide medical services and preventative medical strategies to our community. You will accomplish this using hospital protocols and training.
Specific Duties
Veterinary assistants follow the medical team’s instructions to assist technicians and doctors in diagnostics, treatments (including surgery), on both livestock and companion animals. Our Vet assistants also aid in maintaining excellent hospital cleanliness throughout the clinic and in our surgery suite. Veterinary assistants are also expected to clearly communicate doctors and veterinary technicians to ensure their pets are cared for.
Required Qualifications- A very good master of the English language (written and spoken) is required
- This is a full-time employment. You must be willing to travel if needed to perform duties.
- Outgoing, positive, energetic, self-motivated and career-oriented.
- Excellent time management skills in a fast -paced environment
- Strong candidates will show a stable career path where your previous employment and areas of interest will have led you to a career in this field.
- The right candidate must also show at least 2 years performance at the same job with no change in career during that time.
Offered Salary & Other Compensations
Compensation does vary due to experience and contributions to the clinic, but starting wage is 14-17$ per hour plus benefits and opportunities for production bonuses.
How to Apply
To apply, fill out this application then upload it with your resume and cover letter here.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
- 2 Days Ago
Kennel Assistant
- Ethos Veterinary Health
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Sioux Falls, SD
FULL_TIME
- Job Description KENNEL ASSISTANT The Kennel Assistant plays a vital role in the hospital through caring for the everyday needs of patients and helping maintain the hospital facility, keeping it neat a...
- 28 Days Ago
Veterinary Assistant or Tech
- Sioux Nation Ag Center
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Freeman, SD
FULL_TIME
- General Description: This position will perform care for both large and small animals under the supervision of the Veterinarian as well as office clerical duties. This person should enjoy working with...
- 10 Days Ago
Veterinary Technician
- Dells Veterinary Services, P.C.
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Rapids, SD
FULL_TIME
- Position Overview Do you like the challenge of adapting to a variety of medical situations? Do you pride yourself on your work ethic and ability to build relationships with clients and your team? Are ...
- 2 Days Ago
Veterinary Extern - General Practice
- Ethos Veterinary Health
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Sioux Falls, SD
FULL_TIME
- Job Description We are a four-doctor small animal practice with an amazing group of support staff. Our compassionate and knowledgeable team is dedicated to providing high-quality comprehensive care to...
- 1 Month Ago
Veterinary Receptionist
- All City Pet Care South Veterinary Emergency Hospital
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Sioux Falls, SD
FULL_TIME
- Do you possess a passion for veterinary healthcare? If so, I’ve got something great to tell you! All City Pet Care Veterinary Emergency Hospital is a progressive, fun, family-oriented, 24-hour veterin...
- 10 Days Ago
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Truck Care Diesel Technician
- Loves Travel Stops & Country Store
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Sioux Falls, SD
- Req ID: 430891 Address: 5301 N. Cliff Ave. Sioux Falls, SD, 57104 Welcome to Love’s! Where People are the Heart of Our S...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Associate Animal Care Technician
- Sanford Health
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Sioux Falls, SD
- Create Your Career With Us! Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in th...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel LTC/SNF LPN/LVN (License Practical Nurse) in Sioux Falls, SD - 692174
- Medical Solutions
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Sioux Falls, SD
- $1171.91-$1300.69 wk (includes wage of ~$14.00-$14.00/hr and per diems if eligible) click for benefits and other job det...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel LTC/SNF LPN/LVN (License Practical Nurse) in Sioux Falls, SD - 692179
- Medical Solutions
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Sioux Falls, SD
- $1171.91-$1300.69 wk (includes wage of ~$14.00-$14.00/hr and per diems if eligible) click for benefits and other job det...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Maintenance Technician
- Novita Nutrition, LLC
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Sioux Falls, SD
- Job Description Job Description Please note; this role is based in Aurora, SD! Summary: Responsible for the repair and p...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel LTC/SNF LPN/LVN (License Practical Nurse) in Sioux Falls, SD - 673857
- Medical Solutions
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Sioux Falls, SD
- $1050.36-$1165.78 wk (includes wage of ~$14.00-$14.00/hr and per diems if eligible) click for benefits and other job det...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Maintenance Technician
- Lloyd Companies
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Sioux Falls, SD
- Job Description Job Description Putting it Simply: The maintenance technicians are the heroes of our properties and get ...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Bather / Groomer Trainee
- PetSmart
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Sioux Falls, SD
- YOUR GROOMING CAREER: Start your career in grooming as a Groomer Trainee! As a Groomer Trainee in our Grooming Salon, yo...
- 12/29/2017 12:00:00 AM
About Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Sioux Falls (/ˌsuː ˈfɔːlz/) (Lakota: Íŋyaŋ Okábleča Otȟúŋwahe; "Stone Shatter City") is the most populous city in the U.S. state of South Dakota and the 143rd-most populous city in the United States. It is the county seat of Minnehaha County and also extends into Lincoln County to the south, proximate with the Minnesota state line. It is the 47th-fastest-growing city in the United States and the fastest-growing metro area in South Dakota, with a population increase of 22% between 2000 and 2010.
As of 2019, Sioux Falls had an estimated population of 187,200. The metropolitan population of 259,0...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Veterinary Assistant jobs
$24,868 to $36,677
Sioux Falls, South Dakota area prices
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