Veterinary Assistant

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center - Knoxville; North Liberty (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant veterinary team dedicated to animal care and customer service. This role offers a chance to grow in veterinary medicine while working in a supportive environment. As a Veterinary Assistant, you will assist in daily operations, provide medical care to patients, and ensure excellent client communication. Enjoy a collaborative atmosphere where your passion for animal welfare is valued. With opportunities for learning and development, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their career in veterinary medicine. Apply today to be part of a mission-driven clinic that prioritizes both pets and people.

Benefits

Customized learning and development opportunities

401K with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Discounts for your pets

Annual scrub allowance

FSA and HSA options

Life Insurance AD&D

Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a veterinary environment required.
• Proficient in various veterinary skills including surgery and nursing.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and remain calm.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily clinic duties and maintain client communication.
• Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
• Perform clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Veterinary care

Client communication

Laboratory skills

Pharmacy skills

Radiology skills

Surgery skills

Dental skills

Nursing skills

Stress management

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

Animal Kingdom Veterinary Care Center is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Location:

620 Liberty WayNorth Liberty,Iowa52317United States

Clinic Hours:

M-F 8am-5:30pm

Sat 8am-12pm

Sun Closed

Compensation:

Up to $18/hr

The Role:

This is an opportunity for anyone who has a desire to build their future in veterinary medicine. We offer a relaxed fun collaborative mentoring team that shares a passion for upholding the highest standards of animal care and customer service. We encourage experienced veterinary technicians or anyone with a passion to learn and grow in this field to join. Must be able to work 1-2 Saturdays per month.

Be a part of a clinic offering intern & student opportunities to advance your career!

Benefits we offer:

• Customized learning and development opportunities!
• FSA and HSA options available
• 401K starting on day 1- Company 4% match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance for you & your family
• Additional Insurances Available:
  • Life Insurance AD&D
  • Short Term Disability Insurance
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accidental Insurance
• Discounts for your pets
• Annual scrub allowance

Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission 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 pacedenvironment.
• 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 dutiesproficiently.
• 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 withDisabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order toperform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] andlet us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administeredwithout 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 otherbasis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed tocreating an inclusive environment for all employees.