Compassionate Vet Assistant: Surgery + Diagnostics Team

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; Dayton (OH); In loco; USD 21.000 - 22.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits or accounts

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Descrizione del lavoro

North Main Animal Clinic in Dayton, OH is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, exams, and postoperative support. The role involves monitoring hospitalized pets, preparing prescriptions, in-house lab work, and client education.

The ideal candidate will assist with surgical procedures, communicate clearly with clients, and maintain organized lab and treatment areas while upholding compassionate patient care standards.

Competenze

• Ability to work on weekends as required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; with assistance for heavier lifts.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic math for medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications.

Mansioni

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment and lab areas; restock supplies; maintain equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Descrizione del lavoro

North Main Animal Clinic in Dayton, OH is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care, exams, and postoperative support. The role involves monitoring hospitalized pets, preparing prescriptions, in-house lab work, and client education.

The ideal candidate will assist with surgical procedures, communicate clearly with clients, and maintain organized lab and treatment areas while upholding compassionate patient care standards.