Veterinary Assistant
About the role
Frey Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team! This is an excellent opportunity for outgoing assistants with a strong background in patient care and handling, who thrive on building meaningful connections with clients and their pets.
Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional patient and client care by ensuring an efficient exam room workflow.
- Maintain accurate, detailed medical records.
- Review treatment plans and discharge instructions with clients, answering questions with empathy and clarity.
- Support the veterinarian's orders during outpatient care and procedures to ensure the highest level of patient care.
Requirements
- 2+ years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting.
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Anesthesia set up
- Surgical preparation and assistance
- Dental prophy understanding
- Patient handling and restraint
- Absorb blood work and sample collections
Qualifications
- Minimum qualifications and skill set as outlined above.
Skills
- Outgoing personality
- Strong background in patient care and handling
- Excellent client engagement and schedule management
- Exceptional care and communication skills
Benefits
Full-time benefits and compensation:
- Compensation: $15-$18 per hour, for each hour worked
- Bonus package: $500 for those with 3+ years of consecutive, current VA experience
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k options
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Uniform allowance
Pay
**Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law. WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.
Contact Information
If you're interested in joining a collaborative and tenured team, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!