Veterinary Assistant

Hope Springs Veterinary; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope Springs Veterinary in Chesapeake, Virginia, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to provide excellent care for clients and patients. Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians, performing technical duties, and educating clients about pet care.

The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma, at least a year of experience in a veterinary environment, and the ability to manage physical demands. Strong customer service and multitasking skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a veterinary hospital environment is required.
• Ability to work in a high-paced environment and multitask effectively.
• Must be comfortable working with all breeds and sizes of dogs and cats.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during appointments and surgeries.
• Perform venipuncture, proper restraint, and anesthetic monitoring.
• Communicate medical treatment plans to clients.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Animal handling

Technical duties

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Opportunity

Veterinary Assistants are responsible for ensuring that clients and patients receive excellent care at every visit.

As a Veterinary Assistant you will:

• Assist veterinarians in appointments and surgery.
• Perform technical duties such as venipuncture, proper restraint, radiographic positioning, fill medications, and anesthetic monitoring.
• Provide client education in pet care, so you must be well versed in regards to various medical procedures and preventive care for pets.
• Create and communicate medical treatment plans.

Who We’re Looking For a Team Member

Caring, compassionate individuals with:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Be able to handle a high paced environment and be a successful multitasker
• Possess a high level of interest in customer service and the ability to communicate with clients and fellow team members not just pets
• The ability to meet the physical demands of working a shift standing, squatting, walking, lifting and carrying 40 lbs unassisted
• The ability to work around substances such as animal saliva, blood, urine, fecal material, vomit, etc.
• Comfortable and able to work with all breeds, temperaments, and sizes of dogs and cats
• At least one year experience working in a veterinary hospital environment.