Veterinary Assistant at Spay Neuter Clinic of the Carolinas

Spay Neuter Clinic of the Carolinas; Charlotte (NC); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 26.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

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

Zusammenfassung

Spay Neuter Clinic of the Carolinas is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, and assist with surgeries in our Charlotte, NC facility. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of veterinary assistant experience.

NO NIGHTS OR WEEKENDS! You will handle in-house lab work, educate clients, manage inventory, and help with radiographs, medications, and basic patient care under supervision.

Qualifikationen

• One year of veterinary assistant experience preferred.
• No nights or weekends implied in schedule.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Aufgaben

• Assist veterinarians in veterinary medicine and surgery as needed.
• Take histories, vitals, and weights during outpatient exams and educate clients.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during procedures.
• Obtain samples and perform in-hospital lab testing; prepare specimens for outside labs.
• Take and maintain radiographs following safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
• Clean and restock exam rooms, labs, and treatment areas; ensure equipment and supplies are ready.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism with clients and patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and team members about patient care and plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Patience

Teamwork

Communication

Active Listening

Organization

Client Satisfaction

Jobbeschreibung

Practice

Spay Neuter Clinic of the Carolinas is a low-cost spay-neuter, wellness, and minor illness facility located in the Arboretum Office Park in Charlotte, NC.

Our facility is equipped with very loving and compassionate Veterinarians and support staff. Our doctors diagnose and treat most problems as quickly as possible. We also maintain excellent relationships with nearby specialists and other practices should your pet need referral for specialized care or dental procedures. Our surgeons are some of the BEST!

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 will have at least 1 year of prior Veterinary Assistant experience. NO NIGHTS OR WEEKENDS!

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 $17.00 - USD $19.00 /Hr.