# Animal Health Assistant (Developmental) - NF-02/NF-03

Hiring organization: [U.S. Army Medical Command](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/u-s-army-medical-command)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/da4b4af9-db41-4217-a202-13781819e0ec

Listed on U.S. Army Medical Command's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Entry
- Location: Kirtland AFB, New Mexico
- Salary: 15 – 20 USD per hour

## Summary

This Air Force veterinary position involves assisting licensed veterinarians with surgical procedures, patient care, vaccinations, and client education at a military treatment facility. It suits people with hands-on animal care experience seeking a structured role in a clinical veterinary environment.

_Our summary, not U.S. Army Medical Command's wording._

## Skills named

Medical Terminology

## Required

- Knowledge of AVMA-approved animal restraint techniques
- Knowledge of proper vaccine and syringe handling
- Ability to assist with surgical preparation and procedures
- Ability to prepare and administer medications and vaccinations
- Knowledge of preventive care and wellness counseling

## Nice to have

- Six months of veterinary clinical experience (for NF-03 level)
- Proficiency in basic medical terminology
- Experience with radiological techniques
- Experience recording medical history in ccSOAP format
- Experience explaining treatment plans to clients
- Experience with in-house laboratory diagnostics
- Supply management experience
- Veterinary assistant certification or license (current or reactivatable)

Apply on U.S. Army Medical Command's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/890686700