Veterinary Assistant
Job Description
The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital. You will use your technical skills on a daily basis, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.
- Helping maintain the flow of patients
- Communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs
- Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance
- Adhering to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized
- Education clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care
- Mentoring other members of the hospital team
Commitment Beyond Qualifications
Every associate including the Vet Assistant has an important contribution to make to the veterinary team. We’re looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated to their work, have a positive attitude and use our Five Principles -- Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – as their guide.
Benefits
Personal Health, Savings, and Wellness Benefits: All Vet Assistants receive a generous benefits package including 401(k) participation, paid time off and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets.
Medical, Vision, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance: Associates based on eligibility.
Performance Development Plans: Designed to help you reach your established careers goals.
Learning Opportunities: Relevant learning opportunities.
Networking Events: Ways to offer your skills to your community.
Leverage Our Leadership Structure: Together we are a team, making a real impact on pet health care in hospitals, communities and the field of veterinary medicine.
Pay
The pay range for this role is $15.19 - $19.41 Hourly.