Ward Veterinary Assistant

University of Pennsylvania

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Posted Jul 30, 2026

About this role

This position will assist with stocking, lab work, patient restraint, walking of animals, charge capture, admits and discharges in the ward area.

Job Description

Veterinary Nurse Assistant A's responsibilities include:

Stocking supplies
Cleaning
Cage set up/breakdown
Make heparinized flushes
Laundry
Cleaning medical equipment (alcohol wipes only; no Rescue)
Pharmacy, clinical lab runs
Walking patients in appropriate areas, double-leashed
Proper labeling and transport of deceased patients to the appropriate cooler
Patient restraint
Proper handling and running of Nova samples, PCV/TP, blood smears, glucometer, and Idexx tests. Bloodwork must always be checked with a nurse after being analyzed.
Prime fluid bags on a cassette. Cannot set up fluid pumps.

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