Veterinary Assistant

Job overview

The Veterinary Assistant role is onsite in Santa Fe, NM. Compensation is not specified in the posting. The role supports veterinary examinations, treatment, and surgery at Santa Fe Animal Shelter. The assistant helps veterinarians provide animal care by preparing surgical areas and supplies, assisting with procedures, monitoring anesthesia and recovery, and maintaining accurate medical records. The role also supports client communication and clinic cleanliness and supplies.

What you'll do

• Enter client and medical information accurately in medical records
• assist veterinarians with examinations and treatment
• support surgery preparation and procedures, including blood draws, microchipping, and vaccine administration
• prepare surgical packs and the surgical suite
• monitor anesthesia and report changes to the veterinarian
• supervise animal recovery and perform extubating
• provide take-home instructions
• clean kennels and clinic areas
• restock supplies and run laundry.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinary assistant

animal care

veterinary examinations

surgical assistance

anesthesia monitoring

medical records

clinic cleaning

santa fe nm

santa fe animal shelter

full-time

onsite

high school diploma or ged

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

High school diploma or GED required; previous veterinary technician or assistant experience preferred.

About the employer

Santa Fe Animal Shelter Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.