Veterinary Assistant

United Veterinary Care; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a team at Epperson Veterinary Services as a part-time Veterinary Assistant in Evansville, IN. You will play a crucial role in patient care and client service, working alongside skilled doctors and technicians. This position offers an enriching environment for your professional growth and well-being.

Benefits

401K with company match

Employee Assistance Program with free mental health resources

Qualifications

• 2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and remain calm under stress.

Responsibilities

• Perform animal handling and restraint.
• Assist doctors and technicians with medical treatments and procedures.
• Ensure accurate documentation in electronic medical records.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Ability to handle stressful situations

Team player

Patience

Positive attitude

Job description

Veterinary Assistant Part-Time

Epperson Veterinary Services is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Evansville, IN!

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 our doctor 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!

Epperson Veterinary Services has been established for over 30 years, proudly serving Evansville and the surrounding areas. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly, compassionate patient care. We’re equipped to offer surgery, dentistry, radiography, in-house laboratory, and more! At Epperson, we strive to create an environment where our team members can apply their extraordinary passion, skills, and education to make a difference for pets and their families.

If you are looking for a hospital that values and supports your personal and professional wellbeing, apply today!

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 problem solve
• Ability to handle stressful situations and prioritize tasks effectively
• A team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude

Schedule:

• This is a part-time role with a schedule of 2 days per week.
• Our hospital is open Monday - Friday from 8:00am until 5:00pm. We are closed for lunch from 12:00-1:00pm.

Benefits:

• 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program with free access to mental health resources and counseling

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.