Veterinary Assistant

Suveto; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Pet care discounts

401K with match

VSOP stock ownership plan

Job summary

Glenwood Pet Hospital in Erie, PA, part of the Suveto network, seeks a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will support veterinarians and technicians, assist during exams, and help educate clients on preventive care.

The ideal candidate loves animals, communicates clearly, and thrives in a fast-paced clinic. A high school diploma and basic animal-care knowledge are preferred; willingness to learn from veterinarians and senior staff is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a veterinary hospital or similar setting preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from veterinarians and senior staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and assist in appointments with doctors.
• Take history from client and record observations in medical records.
• Educate clients on preventative healthcare and provide follow-up.
• Communicate concerns to the veterinarian or staff.
• Assist with venipuncture, in-house lab tests, and sample handling.
• Provide nursing care and monitor patients as directed by veterinarian.
• Assist with admission and discharge following protocols and educate clients.
• Maintain cleanliness and restock exam rooms, treatment areas, and wards.
• Operate practice software for dispensing medications and printing records.
• Understand and enforce OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards.
• Perform client callbacks and updates as requested.
• Contribute to other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Organizational abilities

Compassionate nature

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Glenwood Pet Hospital, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, seeks a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Erie, PA.

Glenwood Pet Hospital strives to enrich the lives of all pets that come through our door by providing the highest quality of care. Our animal hospital is well equipped with advanced technology in addition to a variety of essential services to fulfill the needs of dogs, cats, and exotic pets. When our clients’ pets are in our care, they can rest assured knowing that they will receive the undivided attention of our experienced team.

Our Veterinary Assistants provide support to the veterinarian and veterinary technician as directed in various areas of the hospital; provide professional and efficient client service. This is a dynamic position that requires flexibility, compassion, and a strong work ethic. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for animals, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare exam rooms and assist in appointments with doctors.
• Take history from client. Perform physical assessments and record observations legibly in medical record.
• Educate clients on preventative healthcare recommendations and provide follow up.
• Communicate any patient or client concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Perform venipuncture to collect blood samples, perform in house laboratory tests, and prepare all forms to be sent to outside labs, call owner with results as requested by veterinarian.
• Provide and monitor all nursing care as requested by veterinarian for patients admitted to hospital, including medications (all routes) and monitoring.
• Admit and discharge patients to hospital by following all admission and discharge protocols. Educate clients on admit/discharge.
• Clean and restock exam rooms, treatment areas, hospital wards and other areas as requested.
• Must have proficient knowledge of practice software for dispensing veterinarian approved medication, patient food, printing treatment sheets, discharge instructions, cage card labels, x ray and lab labels, recording communication with client and doctors, and others as directed by veterinarian.
• Must have clear understanding and enforcement of OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards.
• Perform client callbacks and updates as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital or similar setting is preferred.
• High school diploma or the equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and effectively.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds or heavier.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from veterinarians and senior staff members.
• Compassionate nature and genuine love for animals.

Benefits

Our employment package for full-time employees includes paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, pet care discounts, 401K with a true match up to 4%. In addition, all full-time hospital team members receive VSOP® grants, SUVETO’S VETERINARY STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN, at no cost to team members. VSOP® is an ownership program that tracks the value of the entire Suveto organization.

Glenwood Pet Hospital, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.