Veterinary Assistant

Vetcelerator; New Baltimore (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Bay Veterinary Center in New Baltimore, MI is seeking a skilled Veterinary Assistant to join our team of dedicated animal health professionals.

You will work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and receptionists to provide exceptional care to our patients and their owners, assisting during appointments and surgeries, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and handling laboratory samples as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a veterinary assistant or technician.
• Knowledge of basic animal care, nutrition, and behavior.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during appointments, surgeries, and other medical procedures
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures, and record vital signs
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples for testing
• Perform dental cleanings and assist with other procedures as needed
• Clean and maintain medical equipment and exam rooms
• Provide exceptional customer service to our clients
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Nutrition

Vital Signs

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Testing

Healthcare

Job description

Anchor Bay Veterinary Center is a small, yet state of the art, facility that is focused on nurturing the human-animal bond and creating a harmonious relationship between people and animals in the New Baltimore community. We take pride in offering an environment where clients and patients can expect to be greeted by a courteous receptionist, clean exam rooms, friendly doctors, and caring technicians.

The Anchor Bay Veterinary Center team is seeking a skilled Veterinary Assistant to join our team of dedicated animal healthcare professionals. As an Veterinary Assistant at Anchor Bay Veterinary Center, you will work closely with our veterinarians, technicians, and receptionists to provide exceptional care to our patients and their owners.

Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians during appointments, surgeries, and other medical procedures
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures, and record vital signs
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples for testing
• Perform dental cleanings and assist with other procedures as needed
• Clean and maintain medical equipment and exam rooms
• Provide exceptional customer service to our clients
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience as a veterinary assistant or technician
• Knowledge of basic animal care, nutrition, and behavior
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Required Skills:

Nutrition Vital Signs BASIC Art Healthcare Interpersonal Skills Testing Customer Service Communication