Veterinary assistant Citadel

Banfield Pet Hospital; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pet care is seeking dedicated veterinary assistants to join their team in Charleston. In this role, you'll be the vital support for veterinarians, ensuring exceptional care for pets while engaging with clients about wellness and health needs. This position emphasizes teamwork, communication, and the application of technical skills to enhance the overall quality of care. If you're passionate about animal welfare and looking to grow in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary assistance and client communication.
• Knowledge of pet health needs and hospital services.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians in providing quality pet care.
• Educate clients about wellness plans and preventive care.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in treatment areas.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance

Client Communication

Patient Care

Surgical Assistance

Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma

Veterinary Assistant Certification

Job description

+ Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team.

+ Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the veterinarian and veterinary technician to ensure the best quality pet care and to maximize the veterinarian's and veterinary technician’s productivity. Communicate with veterinarian, veterinary technicians and all other associates to maintain the flow of patients.

+ Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times. This includes performing or preparing procedures that do not require veterinarian or veterinary technician assistance, completing preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital, and monitoring hospitalized or surgical pets as allowed in the state practice acts.

+ Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services and other issues.

+ Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper and complete medical charts.

+ Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.

+ Assist with surgery as applicable.

+ Utilize technical skills to the fullest, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.

+ Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital.

+ Other job duties as assigned.