Veterinary Assistant

Description

Our state-of-the-art, veterinary dental referral practice committed to excellence in patient care, client service, and professional development. Our facility is equipped with advanced dental and surgical technology, including high-speed dental units, digital dental radiography, cone beam CT, surgical laser, and full anesthetic monitoring capabilities. Our practice culture is built on mutual respect, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to improving the health and quality of life of our patients. We prioritize a positive, team-oriented work environment where everyone’s contribution is valued. 

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for animal care and their owners and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. As a Veterinary Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our veterinary staff and ensuring the well-being of our patients and clients.

We are looking for someone with the following qualities:

• Energetic
• Positive
• Upbeat personality
• Takes initiative
• Commitment to the needs of the clinic
• Punctual
• Willingness to teach others and share ideas
• Openness to diversity
• Adaptability to change
• Accountable
• Able to see big picture

Requirements

• Previous experience or training/ education in a veterinary facility
• Must be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented”
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties, telephone and computer skills are necessary
• Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques, treatments, and accept change

• Preparing and restraining animals during procedures
• Ability to use a stethoscope
• Advising pet owners on proper care, etc.
• Create and review treatment plans with clients
• Demonstrate excellent relations with client/ pets in the waiting area and exam rooms
• Exceed the client’s expectations of service
• Compassionate nursing care is the top priority for all patients
• Housekeeping/ maintenance
• Some front desk duties as needed
• Ability to perform a cursory examination of an animal
• Ability to recognize potential patient issues
• Clearly communicate your findings to a doctor
• Record keeping
• Fill prescription and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor, etc.

• Dependable attendance is required
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds
• Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions
• The ability to walk, bend, stand, squat, or reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day.

Benefits:

• No weekends
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Competitive wages
• Medical, dental, vision, dependent care FSA, and short-term disability benefit options
• Various voluntary benefit offerings, including hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, etc.
• 401K with employer match
• CE opportunities
• Uniforms
• Discounts on services and medications for employee pets