Manchester Veterinary Services- Veterinary Assistant

Manchester Veterinary Services; Manchester (MD); Presencial; USD 22 000 - 25 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Resumo da oferta

Manchester Veterinary Services in Manchester, Maryland, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians in exams, diagnostics and treatments. The role involves client communication, patient care, and maintenance of medical records, with a focus on safety and compassionate service.

Compensation is $16-18/hour, commensurate with experience. A flexible schedule is required to support hospital operations; benefits include medical/dental/vision and retirement plan options.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer proficiency, including practice management software and Microsoft Office.
• Previous experience working with animals preferred; veterinary or animal care background strongly valued.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.
• Flexible schedule; able to work during all hours the practice is open.

Responsabilidades

• Provides compassionate, professional care to patients and clients.
• Communicates clearly with clients, doctors, and team members.
• Assists the veterinarian during exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Safely restrains animals using low-stress handling techniques.
• Administers medications, vaccines, collects lab samples, and performs basic lab tests.
• Creates, reviews, and enters treatment plans in the medical records.
• Educates clients on vaccines, medications, and care plans.
• Records patient information and maintains organized medical records.
• Enters charges and assists with client checkout and payments.
• Keeps exam rooms and treatment spaces clean and stocked.
• Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, and team support.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Basic computer proficiency

Experience with animals

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

Ferramentas

Practice management software

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Manchester Veterinary Services- Veterinary Assistant

Manchester, Maryland, United States

Founded in 1981 by Dr. Tim Sorrells, Manchester Veterinary Services is a long-standing and reputable companion animal and small mammal practice in Manchester, Maryland. The practice recently completed a 10-year equipment and facility improvement process, and in September 2020 we opened a brand new location three minutes north of the former clinic’s site. With this new expansion and updated equipment, the practice is able to offer a broader range of services to its clients. Along with routine veterinary work, MVS offers x-ray, dental, ultrasound, surgery, and therapy laser services, among others. Our fun, tight-knit team has strong clinical skills in the areas of wellness and dentistry and are excited to welcome new veterinary professionals!

Veterinary Assistant | Manchester Veterinary Services | Manchester, MD

Compensation: $16-18/hour, commensurate with experience

Position Summary:

The Veterinary Assistant provides essential support to the veterinarian during outpatient exams and throughout the diagnosis and treatment of patients. They care forall patients,assistwith medical procedures, and help ensure each patient receives high-quality, compassionate care. In this role, the Veterinary Assistant also serves as a key connection between the veterinarian and clients. Through exceptional service and communication, the Veterinary Assistant helps build trust and foster lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

PrimaryResponsibilities:

• Provides compassionate, professional care to patients and clients at all times.
• Communicates clearly and respectfully with clients, doctors, and team members, including answering phones and routing inquiries as needed.
• Handles sensitive client situations with empathy and discretion, escalating medical questions appropriately.
• Assists the veterinarian during exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Safely restrains animals of varying sizes and temperaments using low-stress handling techniques.
• Administers medications, draws up vaccines, collects lab samples, and performs basic lab tests as directed.
• Creates, reviews, and enters treatment plans accurately in the medical record system.
• Educates clients on common vaccinations, medications, and treatment protocols to ensure understanding of care plans and follow-up recommendations.
• Accurately records patient information and maintains organized, up-to-date medical records.
• Enters charges accurately and assists with the client check-out process, including processing payments when needed.
• Ensures exam rooms, treatment areas, and hospital spaces are clean, stocked, and well maintained.
• Demonstrates consistent reliability, punctuality, and commitment to supporting patients, clients, and hospital operations.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalentrequired.
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use practice management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Previousexperience working with animals preferred; veterinary or animal care background strongly valued.
• Able to work safely around cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids.
• Maintains composure and professionalism in emotionally challenging or high-stresssituations.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Hours:

• Must be able toworka flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations.

Compensation and Benefits:

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays and access to employee assistance program.

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As set forth in Manchester Veterinary Services ’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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