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Veterinary Assistant (Small Animal Internal Medicine)

Purdue University

West Lafayette, IN

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, English Language, High School Diploma, Internal Medicine, Patient Care, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Specimen Collection, Veterinary Hospital, Veterinary Medicine, Writing Skills
LOCATION
West Lafayette, IN
POSTED
30 days ago

Req Id: 42200

Job Title: Veterinary Assistant (Small Animal Internal Medicine)

City: West Lafayette

Job Description:

Job Summary

Purdue Veterinary Hospital is looking to add to our Small Animal Internal Medicine team where the veterinary assistant will be responsible for patient restraint and care, set-up and assisting during various endoscopic, laser, and surgical procedures (including specialty equipment and instruments), assisting with sample collection, client communication, and client education. The assistant is a vital member of the team, helping to ensure that all treatment areas are stocked with supplies and biosecurity methods are followed. The Internal Medicine team works Monday-Friday.

About us:

Purdue University, located in West Lafayette, Indiana, is a beautiful campus that supports both a College of Veterinary Medicine as well as an associate and bachelors degree program in Veterinary Technology. As a university employee, veterinary assistants are afforded a generous benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement contributions.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience

Qualified candidates will need:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1 year of work experience in a veterinary hospital

Skills needed:

  • Able to listen to and follow both verbal and written directions.
  • Must possess good oral and written communication skills with the ability to read and write in English.
  • Must have confidence around domestic animals

What is helpful:

  • Specialty veterinary experience
  • NAVTA Veterinary Assistant certification

Additional Information:

  • To learn more about Purdue's benefits summary CLICK HERE
  • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
  • A background check will be required for employment in this position
  • FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
  • Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Career Stream

Support 3

  • Pay Band S040
  • Job Code #20003998

Link to Purdue Universitys Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php

EOE

Purdue University is an EO/EA employer.

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Posting Start Date: 6/5/26

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