Veterinary Assistant

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center - Knoxville; Brunswick (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate veterinary clinic as a Veterinary Assistant, where you will support a dedicated medical team in providing exceptional care to pets. This full-time role involves assisting with patient care, maintaining client communication, and ensuring the clinic runs smoothly. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in a veterinary environment and a strong ability to handle a fast-paced, dynamic setting. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive team focused on high standards of patient care and community involvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a veterinary environment required.
• Proficient in various veterinary skills including surgery and nursing.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and stay calm during crises.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily clinic duties and provide patient care under DVM direction.
• Maintain client communication and record medical information accurately.
• Participate in special cleaning duties and clinic upkeep.

Skills

Veterinary Care

Client Communication

Laboratory Skills

Surgery Assistance

Pharmacy Knowledge

Radiology Skills

Nursing Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

BRUNSWICK ANIMAL HOSPITAL IS HIRING!

Brunswick Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Location: 2909 Center Rd., Brunswick, Ohio 44212

Clinic Hours:

Monday 8:00am - 6:00pm

Tuesday 8:00am - 6:00pm

Wednesday 8:00am - 6:00pm

Thursday 8:00am - 7:00pm

Friday 8:00am - 6:00pm

Saturday 8:00am - 1:00pm

Sunday Closed

Shift Details: This position is full-time. Shifts are Monday through Friday with rotating Saturdays.

Pay Range: $16 - $17/hour (based on experience)

Brunswick Animal Hospital is a well-established, compassionate veterinary clinic that provides exceptional care to our community's pets. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, collaborative environment for our team, with a focus on professional growth and a high standard of patient care.

Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act.

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
• Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
• Participate in any special cleaning duties.
• Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
• Maintain excellent client communication.
• Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
• Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
  Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.
• Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
• Perform clinic upkeep as directed.
• Perform equipment maintenance as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in a veterinary environment required - 5 or more years.
• Management experience preferred - 2 or more years.
• Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast paced
  environment.
• Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties
  proficiently.
• The employee must also be confident around pets.

Physical Requirements:

• The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.
• The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
• The employee must be Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
• The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
  The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with
Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to
perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and
let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered
without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,
national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other
basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to
creating an inclusive environment for all employees.