Vet Assistant I

About Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine

Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM), an Adtalem Global Education institution, prepares students to become veterinary leaders by drawing connections among animals, people and the planet, as a member of the One Health Initiative. RUSVM offers research programs focused on emerging infectious and zoonotic diseases, conservation medicine and ecosystem health. RUSVM has graduated more than 6,000 students and offers postgraduate master’s, PhD, and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) programs accredited by the St. Christopher & Nevis Accreditation Board and the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education. RUSVM is located on St. Kitts and includes the Ross University Veterinary Clinic, accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association.

In our U.S. locations, we operate on a hybrid work model with three in-office days and two remote days per week. Starting Q1 2025, we will transition to a four-day in-office schedule, Monday–Thursday. This in-office time fosters creativity, innovation, communication, and stronger team relationships, supporting both individual and organizational success.

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Opportunity at a Glance

Primary responsibilities involve providing technical support for clinicians and registered technicians in the RUVC and providing clinical assistance, participating in the instruction and support of DVM students.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support clinicians and registered technicians
• Fear free handling and restraint of patients
• Participate in instruction and support of DVM students
• Venipuncture
• Place IV catheters
• Administer PO, SQ, IM and IV medication
• Set up and use fluid pumps
• Monitor hospitalised patients
• Perform TPR
• Assist with radiography and ultrasound
• Assist with in house laboratory testing
• Use diagnostic equipment e.g. Doppler, EKG and multi-function monitors
• Take canine patients for walks outside
• Maintain clean environment
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director and Head Technician of the RUVC.
• Completes other duties as assigned.
• Take canine patients for walks outside
• Clean, sterilise and organise surgical kits
• Assist with surgical cases
• Maintain a clean working environment
• Cleaning and setting up kennels
• Undertake cross training in other departments of RUSVM
• Able to work out of hours shifts (night shifts, weekends and holidays)

• Associate's Degree with additional veterinary medical qualifications preferred
• Experience working in the veterinary field preferred
• Must have an interest in continuing education
• Good organizational skills
• Good communication skills
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently
• Able to prioritize and work under pressure

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation