Veterinary Assistant

United Veterinary Care; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary care provider as a Veterinary Assistant in Chattanooga, TN. You'll work closely with medical teams to enhance patient care and client service. This role offers a supportive environment for professional growth and learning.

Benefits

Short Term Disability paid for by employer

Complimentary Life Insurance

401K with company match

Kaiser/UMR Insurance Plans

Paid time off

Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• 2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and technicians with medical treatments and procedures.
• Obtain health history from clients and ensure accurate documentation.
• Maintain cleanliness of treatment and patient areas.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Stress Management

Job description

Join to apply for the Veterinary Assistant role at United Veterinary Care.

Our Veterinary Assistants are valuable members of our medical teams and play a crucial role in patient care and client service. You will work closely with doctors and technicians to increase the efficiency of our hospital as well as the level of care we provide as a team. Come thrive in an environment that encourages learning and continued growth within the profession!

Description

Position at Animal Clinic East

Veterinary Assistant

Our Veterinary Assistants are valuable members of our medical teams and play a crucial role in patient care and client service. You will work closely with doctors and technicians to increase the efficiency of our hospital as well as the level of care we provide as a team. Come thrive in an environment that encourages learning and continued growth within the profession!

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Animal handling and restraint
• Assist doctors and technicians with medical treatments, diagnostic tests, and procedures
• Obtain health history from clients and ensure documentation is accurate and complete within the electronic medical record
• Maintain cleanliness of treatment and patient areas
• Restock and organize medical supplies
• Constantly advance your knowledgebase and skill set

Skills and Qualifications:

• 2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting (CSR, kennel attendant, vet assistant, other), preferred
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to solve problems
• Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks effectively
• A team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude

Benefits and Perks:

• Short Term Disability paid for by employer
• Complimentary Life Insurance $25,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
• 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
• Kaiser/UMR Insurance Plans with multiple options
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options
• United Healthcare Dental Insurance; includes a 100% paid premium option for team members
• United Healthcare Vision Insurance options
• Long Term Disability option
• Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support (up to $10,000)
• Team Member Discounts for Pet Care
• Paid time off - inclusive of sick, personal, and vacation
• LGBTQIA+ support with FOLX HEALTHCARE (if UMR enrolled)
• Sword Digital Musculoskeletal & Physical Therapy Program (if UMR enrolled)
• Referral Bonus Program
• DailyPay on Demand

Founded in 1953, Animal Clinic Inc of Chattanooga has been dedicated for more than 60 years to providing exemplary services that exceed expectations. We are a full-service veterinary medical facility with two locations in Chattanooga, TN. We are AAHA accredited, a distinction held by only 15% of North American practices.

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital, supporting our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in veterinary medicine.

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected classifications.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Veterinary Services