Veterinary Assistant

Newberlinvet; Town of Grimshaw; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established veterinary practice is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their team. This full-time role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment, providing essential care to animals while upholding the clinic's core values. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a veterinary setting and will be responsible for assisting in daily clinic operations, maintaining client relations, and providing patient care under the guidance of a veterinarian. Enjoy a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners while benefiting from a range of employee perks and a collaborative atmosphere.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k retirement plan

Discount on veterinary care

Paid time off

Uniform allowance

Life insurance

Developmental opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a veterinary environment required.
• Proficiency in various veterinary skills including surgery and nursing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily clinic care and maintain client communication.
• Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.

Skills

Veterinary skills

Client communication

Laboratory skills

Pharmacy skills

Radiology skills

Surgery skills

Dental skills

Nursing skills

Patience and composure

Ability to handle stress

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

Companion Animal Hospital Kenosha is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our growing veterinary practice!

Location:
4415 52nd St
Kenosha, WI 53144

Compensation:
$16-$20/hour

Shift Details:
Full time position working 4 day work weeks with every third rotational Saturdays.

Clinic hours:
Monday-Wednesday 8am-7pm, Thursday 8am-6pm, Friday 8am-7pm and Saturday 8am-12pm.

We are a four DVM hospital with the latest in diagnostic, medical, and surgical capabilities! We are a teaching hospital and welcome any level of experience. Leadership and training opportunities are available!

Benefits We Offer:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance options for full-time staff
• 401k retirement plan options with company match for all staff over 21 years old
• Discount on veterinary care and products for your furry family members
• Paid time off and paid major holidays for full-time staff
• Yearly uniform allowance
• Life insurance and other benefit options available for full-time staff
• Customized learning and developmental opportunities!

Job Summary:
The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act.

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
• Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
• Participate in any special cleaning duties.
• Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
• Maintain excellent client communication.
• Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
• Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients. Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.
• Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
• Perform clinic upkeep as directed.
• Perform equipment maintenance as directed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in a veterinary environment required - 5 or more years.
• Management experience preferred - 2 or more years.
• Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
• The employee must also be confident around pets.

Physical Requirements:

• The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.
• The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
• The employee must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
• The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in a hospital environment. The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.