Veterinary Assistant

American Veterinary Group (AVG); Spring (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

401k Match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

American Veterinary Group (AVG) is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for Oak Ridge Animal Clinic to support veterinarians in patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor setting.

The ideal candidate is reliable, communicates well with clients, can lift 40 lbs, and is willing to work flexible hours including some weekends; on-site presence is essential to collaborate with clinical teams and ensure excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Assist veterinarians in patient care and examinations.
• Restrain animals during initial examinations as needed.
• Stock exam and surgery rooms with supplies; sterilize tools.
• Communicate with clients and update patient files.
• Multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in patient care and examinations.
• Restrain animals during initial examinations as needed.
• Stock examination and surgery rooms with supplies; sterilize tools.
• Communicate with clients and update patient files.

Skills

Prior Customer Service Experience

Can lift 40 lbs

Job description

Description

Our hospital is seeking a

Department: General Practice Hospitals

Location: Oak Ridge Animal Clinic

Our hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.

The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.

Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. Our next team member will be an energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills. Must be willing to work flexible hours and some weekends.

Ideal Candidate

• Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude
• Be compassionate/caring
• Can work individually, as well as on a team
• Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with team mates is required
• Prior experience preferred
• This position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.

Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise

• Prior Customer Service Experience
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)