Veterinary Assistant

About the role

Our hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files. Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. Our next team member will be an energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations and procedures
• Restrain animals when necessary for examinations and treatments
• Stock examination and surgery rooms with supplies
• Sterilize tools and ensure equipment is in working order
• Communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files

Requirements

• Prior customer service experience
• Ability to lift 40 lbs
• Upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude
• Compassionate and caring demeanor
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills and sense of urgency
• Ability to work harmoniously with teammates
• Prior veterinary experience preferred
• Willingness to work flexible hours and some weekends
• Regular on-site presence required

Schedule

Flexible hours required, including some weekends. Regular on-site presence is an essential function of this role.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave
• One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• Supplemental insurance options
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Scrub allowance
• Hands-on and E-training
• Professional growth opportunities
• Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students