Veterinary Assistant

Animal Medical Center of Baytown; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary care facility in Baytown, TX, is looking for a passionate Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and enhance animal care. The role encompasses a variety of responsibilities such as assisting in medical procedures, maintaining a clean environment, and communicating with clients. Ideal candidates are dependable team players with strong communication skills and a dedication to animal welfare. This full-time position offers a competitive pay range based on experience and includes various health benefits.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Short Term Disability

Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)

Discounted Veterinary Care

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians during appointments and procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of the hospital environment.
• Document changes in animal health and communicate with clients.

Skills

Communication

Animal Handling

Knowledge of Medical Procedures

Judgment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Animal Medical Center of Baytown provided pay range

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Base pay range

$13.35/hr - $20.90/hr

About This Location:

Animal Medical Center of Baytown is an animal veterinary care facility located in Baytown, Texas. We are a full-service animal hospital providing veterinary care to dogs and cats and offer services such as routine medical, surgical, and dental care. Here at Animal Medical Center of Baytown our team mission is to set the standard for our community in exceptional medical, surgical, and preventive care, delivered with enthusiasm, integrity, and professionalism, by a trustworthy, compassionate staff that are respectful of each individual patient and client. If you are a passionate and caring team player, please apply today!

Overview

The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians and Credentialed Veterinary Technicians in the care of animals, the hospital, and all medical equipment and machinery. Assistants will help maintain a clean, efficient, and healthy environment for animals being treated or boarded at the hospital. The Veterinary Assistant is a crucial part of the medical team and is responsible for advocating for the patient as well as education of the clients.

• Assist doctors and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, and pro-actively set up any equipment and or tools to be used for a patient
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies
• Restrain animals in a safe, efficient and compassionate manner during examinations and proceduresÂ
• Obtain accurate vital signs on patientsÂ
• Document any changes of a pet's condition and vital signs appropriately in medical records and notify doctor or veterinary technicians of any unusual medical or behavioral problemsÂ
• Communication with all aspects of the medical team from the front Customer Service Staff to the Kennel Technicians
• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital including kennels and runs, treatment areas, exam rooms, and surgery suiteÂ
• Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations
• Communicate with clients per hospital policy in a compassionate and professional way on either the status of their pet, or any questions they may haveÂ
• Perform other duties as assigned by doctors, receptionists, and veterinary technicians to assist in the smooth flow of the daily operation of the hospital
  
  

Responsibilities / Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED certificateÂ
• Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts
• Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling
• Must have computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations
• Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast paced and challenging environment
• Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with teammates is requiredÂ
• Must be dependable, demonstrate strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Bilingual Preferred
  
  

Benefits

• Pay range of $13.35-$20.90/hour based on experience
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)Â
• Short Term DisabilityÂ
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs
• Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growthÂ
• Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!
  
  

Our team's continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8,000 employees nationwide. The organization's success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #19 on Newsweek's "Most Loved Workplaces" list in 2022. Additionally, we have ranked among Inc. 5000's List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022) and the Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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