Veterinary Assistant

Laketown Animal Hospital • Full-time • Springfield, Illinois, United States • USD $17 - USD $24 / hour • 1w ago

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

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