We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?

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Position Summary

Our Nestlé Development Center (NDC) in St. Joseph, MO is home to confident, well socialized dogs and cats who help us learn, research, and better understand the well-being of pets and promote the human animal bond. You'll work alongside a team passionate about pet care that ensures our pets have the best quality of care while participating in cutting edge pet food research. Our center is located near the metropolitan area of Kansas City, within 30 minutes of the Kansas City International airport.  St. Joseph is a tight-knit, rural community packed with character, still within commuting distance to the city thus, providing many residential opportunities.

As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll assist with and perform essential tasks related to the health care of cats and dogs under a veterinarian's supervision. You will develop knowledge of and adhere to the Animal Welfare Act and all procedures outlined in the Nestlé Purina R&D Petcare Manual, QMS, and GLP.

• Review and administer prescriptions and treatments while observing animals during their treatment; monitor and report progress to veterinarians
• Conduct daily rounds, reporting any sick or unusual behavior to the veterinarians
• Provide pet care within the clinic, including handling, husbandry duties, and maintaining cleanliness
• Prepare surgery supplies, ensuring surgical instruments are sterilized and patients are prepared for procedures
• Acquire the skills to monitor a patient’s heart rate, respiration, and temperature during and after minor anesthetic procedures
• Maintain necessary records, including animal care and anesthetic/prophylactic care documentation, as well as filing/inputting laboratory results
• Record animal medical/clinical data as specified in protocols and enter health information into the database

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ years of professional working with animal husbandry experience OR a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Zoology, or a scientific field

Other

• 1+ years of experience working in a veterinary clinic environment is preferred
• 1+ years of experience assisting with veterinary dental cleanings is preferred
• Must be willing to work Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday from 6:30AM to 3:00PM
• Must be willing to work overtime hours if needed

The approximate pay range for this position is $32,800.00 to $45,000.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position. Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Making an Impact | Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com).

REQUISITION ID
321317

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