Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Flexible Hours

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Goodlettsville (TN); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 25.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Descripción de la vacante

Goodlettsville Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, monitor hospitalized pets, and assist with surgeries and client education. The role involves handling lab work, radiographs, and coordinating care across the team in a busy practice.

This position requires weekend availability, physical ability to lift patients up to 25 pounds, and dedication to high standards of patient and client care.

Formación

• Ability to work on weekends as required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; assist beyond 25 pounds.
• Follow OSHA safety techniques including PPE.
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Responsabilidades

• Assist veterinarians in medicine and surgery and related tasks.
• Assist with outpatient exams: take histories, vitals, weights, and educate clients.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain samples and perform in-house lab testing; prepare specimens for outside labs.
• Take and develop radiographs following safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments as directed.

Conocimientos

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Herramientas

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Goodlettsville Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, monitor hospitalized pets, and assist with surgeries and client education. The role involves handling lab work, radiographs, and coordinating care across the team in a busy practice.

This position requires weekend availability, physical ability to lift patients up to 25 pounds, and dedication to high standards of patient and client care.