Job description
REQUIREMENTS:
- Experienced veterinary assistant - this is NOT an entry level position. If you have experience and are a go-getter with a terrific attitude, and an exemplary attendance history, please apply!
- Strong verbal skills, an ability to connect with clients and work positively in a team environment is a must.
- Key required skills: attention to detail, ability to be calm under pressure, flexibility and versatility, ability to effectively multi-task, high proficiency with blood draws, catheter placement, common veterinary terminology, animal restraint, and customer service.
- Available to work shifts between 7:00 am-7 pm and Saturdays (7:45 am-2:30 pm)
- Leadership skills are a plus
PAY AND BENEFITS:
Think 'big company' pay and benefits in a small company environment! We pay very competitively and our benefit package is expansive.
- 100% paid health insurance
- flex spending / dependent care accounts
- paid vacation and paid sick time
- uniform allowance
- CE allowances
- paid life insurance
- short term and long-term disability
- maternity leave
- employee discounts
- 401K with up to a 4% match
- optional vision and dental insurance
JOB DUTIES:
- Supports individual and / or team of DVMs by: managing laboratory testing, performing treatment area procedures such as anal gland expressions, nail trims, diagnostic imaging, blood draws, laser treatments, and fluid therapy
- If experienced (preference given to CVTs): Supports surgeons by assembling required supplies and instruments; setting-up surgery table instruments; restraining animals; completing local/regional anesthesia; operating and monitoring anesthetic machines; hooking-up ECG monitors; preparing surgical site; placing catheters; cleaning-up post-surgical site; maintaining sterile conditions; obtaining and verifying medications.
- Cares for animals by taking vital signs; collecting samples; administering medications, drugs, and vaccines; bandaging and wrapping wounds
- Supports animal examinations by assembling required supplies and instruments; securing and bringing animals to examination room; restraining animals; providing assistance as directed; explaining animal's status to owner
- Consistently demonstrates an upbeat, positive, and 'can do' attitude.
- Supports DVMs and other technicians by anticipating needs of DVM and keeping a clean and orderly environment.
- Performs all aspects of job completely and accurately and with speed and agility.
- Builds rapport with clients, is able to communicate well in a friendly and confident manner. Is able to relay information accurately from DVM to client and vice versa.
- Maintains animals by feeding and watering animals; cleaning animals' rooms and cages, and equipment; changing cages; observing for clinical signs of disease.
- Maintains safe, secure, healthy and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments; sanitizing and disinfecting holding and treatment areas; storing sterile supplies; verifying shelf life; following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
- Maintains animal records by documenting animal conditions, reactions, and changes; and any and all conversations with owners; updating database.
- Maintains equipment by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining equipment supplies; performing preventive maintenance, notifying managers of needed repairs
- Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; notifying managers of needed orders; verifying receipt.
- Consistently demonstrates team approach by being willing to take on additional responsibilities including helping clients at the counter, answering the phone, helping with other duties as necessary.
- Clearly and consistently shows empathy and interest in our patients (animals).
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional journals.
- Enhances service reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Skills/Qualifications: Knowledge of Animal Behavior, Animal Husbandry, Documentation Skills, Analyzing Information , Clinical Skills, Creating a Safe, Effective Environment, Performing Diagnostic Procedures, Use of Medical Technologies, Attention to Detail, Patience, Verbal Communication
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour based on experience and skill level
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Some Saturdays required
- Some weekend treatment shifts required (a few per year)
- Day shift (Mix of 8's, 12's, 10's, and half days depending on schedule and need)
Take a look at our practice here (copy and paste into your browser if the hotlink is not active): https://vimeo.com/733273260
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Laketown Animal Hospital requires a background check and a drug test. Are you willing to do both?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- veterinary: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
