Experienced Veterinary Assistant
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Job Location:
Saint Cloud, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 16 - 19
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
EXPERIENCED VETERINARY ASSISTANT
We are looking to add aFull-Time experienced Veterinary Assistant to our team. Were an AHAA-accredited 3 DVM practice with a team thats passionate about education and mentorship. We put emphasis on work-life-balance with great benefits! If you want to grow with an established and supportive team we may be the right fit for you! Applicants should be skilled in the following areas: venipuncture catheter placement digital radiology anesthesia surgery dentistry pharmacy and patient care. Candidates interested in growth are encouraged to apply!
Our Core Values: Do the right thing Wow service Respect Learning Fun
An ideal team member is someone who:
- Has strong work ethic.
- Demonstrates wow service.
- Is personable and professional.
- Excels at multitasking and attention to detail.
- Is eager and willing to learn.
- Demonstrates a positive team-oriented approach.
- Is dependable and punctual.
- Maintains productivity without supervision.
- Possesses excellent telephone etiquette.
- Is an open and direct communicator.
WHAT YOULL DO
- Provide professional efficient quality medical care and exceptional service to clients while maintaining maximum productivity.
- Obtain patient medical history from the client and referring veterinarians as needed.
- Perform initial evaluation of pets condition collect information from client observe pets behavior and check vital statistics.
- Complete preparatory procedures and assist the veterinarian throughout the rest of the examination diagnosis procedures and treatment phases.
- Restrain pets during exams as needed.
- Create and maintain patient medical records and documentation.
- Obtain and prepare various samples including blood urine and fecal samples for diagnostic testing.
- Perform laboratory tests on samples and update the patients medical chart.
- Educate clients about pet health needs nutrition and preventative care.
- Perform X-rays and provide results to the veterinarian.
- Fill prescriptions under the direction of a veterinarian.
- Administer injections vaccines and medication with supervision and under the direction of a veterinarian.
- Perform dental prophylaxis venipunctures catheterization and other procedures under supervision of a veterinarian.
- Prepare patient medications and equipment for surgery.
- Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the delivery of quality compassionate effective and efficient health care to pets.
- Comply with all practice policies quality assurance guidelines and minimum standards of care.
- Perform other duties or projects as requested.
- Enjoys a fun environment and wants to make Companions Animal Hospital their home!
- *Preference will be to candidates with 1 Veterinary Assistant experience
The Veterinary Assistants support and assist the Veterinarians and our Technicians ensuring the safety of pets and clients and the continuity of quality veterinary care. They work to keep pets safe and comfortable during their visit. This position requires walking standing and sitting for long periods of time. May be exposed to low to moderate noise levels as well as disinfectant/sanitation chemicals pet dander and excretions. This position requires lifting carrying pulling or moving objects regularly.
Benefits include but are not limited to paid time off paid holidays health dental vision life insurance referral programs 401k team member discounts personal health and wellness support platforms uniform allowance and more!
For more information about our hospital please visit. To apply please contact Sherry apply at .
Pay range is $16-$19/hour depending on experience and certification.
Hours will be 36-40 per week. We are open Monday through Friday. Our technicians & assistants typically work 4-day weeks.
Compensation Range
$16 - $19 USD
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Veterinary Experience
- Animal Care
- Basic Math
- Animal Husbandry
- Veterinary Assistant
- Veterinary Technician Experience
- Vital Signs Experience
- Animal Handling
- Animal Restraint
- Pet Care
- Medical Imaging
- Medication Administration
