Veterinary Assistant

Jobtailor; New Brighton (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Minnesota is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support hospital operations in New Brighton. You will apply medical charting skills, manage patient information, educate clients about Wellness Plans, and help with reception duties including scheduling and intake.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 6+ months in veterinary industry, and preferably NAVTA-approved program. You will collaborate with team to ensure smooth daily workflows, inventory control, and compassionate

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 6+ months of experience in the veterinary industry.
• NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant Program or equivalent (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in applying technical skills acquired through education and experience.
• Contribute to day-to-day efficiency and smooth operation of the hospital.
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical charting for all patients.
• Assist in managing hospital supplies and inventory tracking.
• Assume reception duties: answering calls, scheduling, patient intake and discharge.
• Educate clients about Wellness Plans and pet health guidance.
• Obtain pertinent medical history and patient information.
• Engage with team members and clients with exceptional communication.
• Advocate for overall hospital success and performance.

Skills

Medical Charting

Patient Information Management

Client Education

Inventory Management

Exceptional Communication

Team Collaboration

Advocacy for Hospital Success

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NAVTA-Approved Veterinary Assistant Program

Job description

• Demonstrate proficiency in applying technical skills acquired through education and experience
• Contribute to the day-to-day efficiency and smooth operation of the hospital
• Utilize exceptional communication skills to engage with team members and clients effectively
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical charting for all patients
• Educate clients about Wellness Plans, offering guidance on pet care and overall health as appropriate
• Assume responsibility for select reception duties, such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and facilitating patient intake and discharge
• Obtain pertinent medical history and patient information
• Assist in managing hospital supplies, including inventory tracking and restocking as necessary
• Ensure the completion of all assigned hospital duties before the end of each shift
• Act as an advocate for the overall success and performance of the hospital

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 6+ months of experience in the veterinary industry
• Completion of an NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities (preferred)

Core Competencies

Proficient in medical charting and patient information management, with strong communication skills to effectively engage clients and team members. Experienced in veterinary practices and capable of supporting hospital operations through efficient task management and inventory control.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Veterinary Industry Experience
• Medical Charting
• Client Education on Wellness Plans
• Reception Duties Management
• Inventory Tracking

Hard Skills

• Medical Charting
• Patient Information Management
• Veterinary Assistant Program Completion
• Client Education
• Inventory Management

Soft Skills

• Exceptional Communication Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Advocacy for Hospital Success

Certifications & Qualifications

• NAVTA-Approved Veterinary Assistant Program

Industry Keywords

• Veterinary Industry
• Patient Intake
• Patient Discharge
• Wellness Plans
• Hospital Operations