Veterinary Assistant

Newberlinvet; South Basehor (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolf Creek Veterinary Clinic is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their team. The role involves providing patient care, assisting with clinic operations, and maintaining high standards of client communication. This full-time position includes opportunities for professional development and offers competitive compensation.

Benefits

Medical, vision and dental benefits package

401k program with company match

Flexible schedule with paid time off

Yearly scrub allowance

Potential for annual bonus

Customized learning and development opportunities

Industry leading pay and discounts for pets

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of experience in a veterinary environment required.
• Management experience preferred - 2 or more years.
• Proficient in laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with client care including scheduling appointments and payments.
• Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
• Maintain clinic cleanliness and equipment.

Skills

Animal handling

Patient care

Client communication

Laboratory skills

Pharmacy skills

Surgery assistance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Wolf Creek Veterinary Clinic has an opportunity for a Veterinary Assistantto join our team!

Location:

14370 Parallel Rd

Basehor, KS 66007

Compensation:

Up to $18/hour

Hospital Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:30pm, Saturdays 7:30am-12pm and closed on Sundays.

Shift Details:

This is a full time position with required Saturday availability.

Wolf Creek Veterinary Clinic is a full-service small animal veterinary practice located in Basehor, Kansas. Our professional and courteous staff seeks to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care and dental care for their highly-valued patients.

We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. Wolf Creek Veterinary Clinic strives to offer excellence in veterinary care to Basehor, KS and surrounding areas.

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 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.