Veterinary Assistant at Chateau Dog & Cat Hospital

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Evansville is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in patient care. This role includes monitoring hospitalized pets, performing lab work, and ensuring excellent client communication. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in veterinary medicine and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with MS Office.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment/patients up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in outpatient exams and surgeries, including monitoring vital signs.
• Administer and monitor medications and treatments.
• Clean and maintain medical equipment and public areas.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Organization Skills

Active Listening

Collaboration

Job description

Practice:

Chateau Dog and Cat Hospitalfirst opened its doors to the greater Evansville and surrounding area in 1970. We are proud to have recently celebrated 50 years of service to our community and its furry family members and pet parents! Our history over the past 50 years is truly one of bringing together teams and best practices.

More about the Role:

The Veterinary Assistant assists the veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine in-house laboratory work, educates clients regarding veterinary care and procedures, and assists with surgical procedures. The ideal candidate has a strong background in veterinary medicine, at least 2 years of experience working as a Veterinary Assistant, is able to practice proper restraint, draw blood and capture x-rays.

Competencies:

• Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas.
• Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
• Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
• Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
• Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Ability to work on weekends as required
• Previous veterinary experience preferred
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Benefits Offered:

• Paid time off
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits or accounts
• Bonus incentive
• Flexible work schedules
• Career and professional development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.

Pay Range: USD $15.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr.