CityVet Davenport Veterinary Assistant- VA

CityVet Support Staff; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Telemedicine for employees

Employee discount program

Job summary

CityVet Davenport is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The VA will help the Veterinarian by preparing patients for procedures, restraining animals as needed, and supporting client communication throughout visits.

Responsibilities include sample collection, running basic tests, administering medications, and ensuring high standards of patient care. A minimum of 1 year in a veterinary setting is preferred; compensation is based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 18 years old at hire.
• At least 1 year veterinary industry experience.
• Ability to restrain animals safely and calmly.
• Knowledge of veterinary terminology and medications.
• Lift 50 lbs to waist height; frequent standing, bending and walking.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians by prepping patients for surgery and post-op monitoring.
• Obtain samples (stool, blood, etc.) for testing.
• Run tests and help interpret results.
• Administer prescribed medications, anesthesia, vaccines, or other treatments.
• Provide client care instructions and information about their pet's plan.
• Support the Client Service Specialist team when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team-oriented

Animal restraint

Veterinary terminology

Physical stamina

Client communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Your Kind of Care.

At CityVet, care is personal. It's the way we care for our patients, connect with our clients, and support one another. Our vet-led clinics are built around people who are passionate about making a difference and empowered to provide care in a way that feels authentic to them. When you join CityVet, you're joining a team that values who you are, invests in where you want to go, and believes the best care starts with people who truly care. That's Your Kind of Care.

Why Work at CityVet?

Words to Describe CityVet

Why is Our Culture So Good?

We are looking for the right person to join our team!

CityVet - Davenport is looking for Veterinary Assistant to join our team! A Veterinary Assistant will be considered (with a minimum of 1-year experience).

Compensation is based on experience and education.

Responsibilities

The Veterinary Assistant (VA) is responsible for maintaining excellent patient care and operational productivity by helping the Veterinarian leverage their time and efforts to meet the needs of their clients and patients. The Veterinary Assistant works to relieve the Veterinarian from technical work and administrative detail to achieve greater levels of efficiency in daily practice. Veterinary Assistants help facilitate and streamline communication from the operating room to the front office staff and most importantly, the client.

Essential qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 18 years of age at the time of hire
• At least 1 year of veterinary industry experience
• Understanding and ability to properly, and safely, restrain animals
• Knowledgeable on veterinary medical terminology and medication
• Lift 50 lbs to waist height
• Frequent standing, bending, walking, lifting, carrying, and reaching
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication & listening skills
• Self-motivated & team-oriented

A day in the life:

• Assist Veterinarians - prep patients for surgery (administer anesthesia/take x-rays/gather lab specimen), monitor patients post-op & restrain animals during exams
• Obtain Samples - gather stool, blood, and other samples for testing
• Testing - test the samples gathered and help to interpret the results
• Administer Medications - give patients accurate dosage of prescribed medications, anesthesia, vaccines, or other medications indicated by the DVM
• Client Communication - obtain medical information from the clients and provide the client proper instruction on how to care for the animal under the veterinarian's plan of care
• Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed

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Caring For You

We know that caring for people and their pets requires energy, empathy, and resilience, so we make it a priority to care for our people by investing in programs, resources, and benefits that support their professional and personal well-being. Eligible Team Members may choose from a range of benefits that help support them and their families through every stage of life.

• Investment in Your Future. A 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 4% employer match, a Health Savings Account option, and growth opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance. Enjoy paid time off and floating holidays, flexible schedules, and paid parental leave.
• Exceptional Health and Supplemental Benefits. Health, Dental (+Adult Ortho option!), Vision, Disability, & Life Insurance, Personal Pet-Care Program, Employee Discount Program.
• Care When You Need It. We provide free telemedicine for all full-time team members and their families, as well as comprehensive in-the-moment mental health benefits through our robust Employee Assistance Program.

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