Veterinary Assistant

Advanced Animal Hospital Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing veterinary facility in Kansas City is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their team. The role involves providing medical support, assisting with client care, and maintaining clinic operations. Ideal candidates should have prior veterinary experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental benefits

401k program with company match

Scrub allowance

Flexible schedule and PTO

Annual bonus opportunities

Customized learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a veterinary environment required.
• Management experience preferred.
• Ability to handle fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily clinic duties and client interactions.
• Assist veterinarians in medical care.
• Ensure patient documentation is accurate.

Skills

Client care

Medical records management

Veterinary skills

Communication

Patience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Picture Hills Pet Hospitalis looking for aVeterinary Assistantto join our growing team!

Location:

6519 N Cosby Ave

Kansas City, MO 64151

Compensation:

$16-16.50/hour

Hospital Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:30pm, closed on weekends.

Shift Details:

Full time weekday hours, no weekends!

Picture Hills Pet Hospital veterinarians and technicians are committed to excellence. Our world-class staff combines cutting-edge veterinary technology with decades of experience to provide the highest level of care for your pet.

We are proud to be a part of Kansas City and have been supporting this community’s dogs and cats since 1989, with no plans to stop any time soon! Our top-of-line facility is equipped to handle every aspect of veterinary care from preventative medicine to emergency services.

Our comprehensive suite of veterinary services ensures that every aspect of their wellbeing is given the excellent care they deserve. View our services,here.

Benefits we offer:

• Industry leading pay for you, discounts for your furry friends.
• Medical, vision and dental benefits package.
• 401k program with company match starting day 1.
• A yearly scrub allowance for all employees.
• Flexible schedule with a focus on work-life harmony - You'll get PTO and have the time to use it.
• Potential annual bonus opportunity.
• Customized learning and developmental opportunities.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Job Summary:TheVeterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical supportteamin the operation of ananimal facility in accordance withMission 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.