Veterinary Assistant at Town and Country Veterinary Hospital

Practice Town & Country Veterinary Hospital is a 3-doctor practice in Winchester, TN. Our team displays an unrivaled commitment to our clients and the pets they love through continuing education, technological advances in veterinary medicine, and a shared desire to keep learning.

About the role

The Veterinary Assistant assists the veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine in-house laboratory work, educates clients regarding veterinary care and procedures, and assists with surgical procedures.

The ideal candidate will have prior animal care experience with veterinary clinic experience preferred. Candidate must be able to lift over 50 lbs and stand for long periods. Occasional weekend and holiday work is required.

Competencies

• Patience & Compassion: Remain professional while making teammates, clients, and patients feel comfortable in any situation. Respond quickly and calmly to crises while maintaining high standards of patient care.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Coordinate actions with veterinarians and team members, provide timely feedback, incorporate feedback, share ideas, and be open to others’ ideas.
• Communicating: Convey instructions clearly to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
• Active Listening: Follow instructions from veterinarians and pet owners, anticipate needs based on prior experiences and feedback.
• Organization Skills: Track lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
• Client Satisfaction: Ensure all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, and provide client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock supplies.
• Assist in keeping public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy, and professionalism in all client interactions; exercise compassion and care with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and team members regarding client discussions, patient plans, and concerns.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to work on weekends as required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety techniques, including proper PPE.
• Basic math skills and ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement benefits or accounts.
• Bonus incentive.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Career and professional development.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Referral Program.

Benefits may vary depending on full- or part-time employment status according to company policy.

Pay

USD $14.00 - USD $17.00 per hour.