Veterinary Assistant

Advanced Animal Hospital Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established veterinary hospital as a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant, where you'll support a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets. This role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth, including a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on work-life balance. Be part of a mission-driven organization that values both pets and people, ensuring a positive experience for clients and their furry companions. Your skills in veterinary care and client communication will be essential in making a meaningful impact on the lives of animals and their owners.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental benefits

401k program with company match

Yearly scrub allowance

Flexible schedule

Customized learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a veterinary environment required.
• Proficient in various veterinary skills including surgery and radiology.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily clinic care and client communication.
• Maintain accurate patient records and perform clinic upkeep.

Skills

Veterinary Care

Client Communication

Laboratory Skills

Surgical Assistance

Pharmacy Knowledge

Radiology Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

St. Francis Animal Hospitalis seeking aFull-Time Veterinary Assistantto join our team!

St. Francis Animal Hospital is a well-established, family-oriented veterinary hospital serving the St. Francis, Cudahy, and West Milwaukee areas. Our team of friendly, compassionate veterinarians and staff is dedicated to providing exceptional care for your furry family members.

Location:3860 S. Howell,Milwaukee, WI 53207

Shift: This is a full-time position, three full days and one half day per week.

Compensation:$16-19/hour

Our Services:
• Comprehensive medical, preventative, surgical, and dental care
• Clean, calm, and comfortable facility
• Long-term client relationships, offering sound advice and optimal veterinary care
• Open communication with clients
• In-house and external laboratory diagnostic procedures
• Collaboration with Mission Veterinary Partner’s board of Veterinary specialists for advanced care

Our Brand-New State-of-the-Art Facility Includes:
• 7 exam rooms
• Large surgical suite for soft tissue and orthopedic procedures
• 2 dental tables
• Digital x-ray capabilities
• In-house diagnostics
• Ultrasound
• Closely supervised hospitalization area
• Indoor boarding with an outdoor walking area

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.
Customized learning and developmental opportunities.

Our Mission: St. Francis Animal Hospital - passion for pets, compassion for people. We treat your furry friend like our own, attend to them when they are not feeling well, and educate you on keeping them happy and healthy throughout their lifetime.

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.