Veterinary Assistant (PT) - Minnieville Animal Hospital

About the role

Minnieville Animal Hospital, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, seeks a part-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. Located in Woodbridge, VA, we are a full-service veterinary hospital dedicated to providing the best possible care for our patients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and assist in appointments with doctors.
• Take history from client.
• Perform physical assessments and record observations legibly in medical record.
• Educate clients on preventative healthcare recommendations and provide follow up.
• Communicate any patient or client concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Perform venipuncture to collect blood samples, perform in house laboratory tests, and prepare all forms to be sent to outside labs, call owner with results as requested by veterinarian.
• Provide and monitor all nursing care as requested by veterinarian for patients admitted to hospital, including medications (all routes) and monitoring.
• Admit and discharge patients to hospital by following all admission and discharge protocols. Educate clients on admit/discharge.
• Clean and restock exam rooms, treatment areas, hospital wards and other areas as requested.
• Must have proficient knowledge of practice software for dispensing veterinarian approved medication, patient food, printing treatment sheets, discharge instructions, cage card labels, x ray and lab labels, recording communication with client and doctors, and others as directed by veterinarian.
• Must have clear understanding and enforcement of OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards.
• Perform client callbacks and updates as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital or similar setting is preferred.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and effectively.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds or heavier.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from veterinarians and senior staff members.
• Compassionate nature and genuine love for animals.

Benefits

• Pet care discounts.
• 401K with a true match up to 4%.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

Compensation details are not specified at this time.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is not specified at this time.

Skills

Not specified at this time.

Benefits

• Pet care discounts.
• 401K with a true match up to 4%.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.