Veterinary Assistant

New Jersey Department of Children and Families; Spirit Lake (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading animal clinic in Spirit Lake is seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to join their team. This role includes assisting with client care and maintaining medical records while contributing to a fun and professional atmosphere focused on development and learning. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and prior veterinary experience would be preferred.

Benefits

Medical, vision and dental benefits

401k program with company match

Yearly scrub allowance

Flexible schedule and PTO

Customized learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a veterinary environment preferred.
• Proficient in a variety of laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental, and nursing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
• Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
• Maintain excellent client communication.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Pharmacy skills

Radiology skills

Surgery skills

Dental skills

Nursing skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

All Pets Animal Clinic is seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Location: 1420 Lake Street, Spirit Lake, IA 51360

At All Pets Animal Hospital, we utilize our Vet Assistants to the fullest and have many opportunities for coaching and learning along the way. We offer the high quality treatment modalities and diagnostics.

We offer a fun, family-feeling yet professional atmosphere with an emphasis on life-long learning and development. We focus on integrity and transparent communication for all team members. Come join our team!

Shift: This is a part-time position, weekday shifts, 3 days/week preferred.

Hospital Hours:

Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Saturday and Sunday closed.

Compensation: $16-19 /hour

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!

Apply today for immediate consideration!

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 preferred.
• 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.