Veterinary Assistant - Grow with a Caring Team

Hope Springs Veterinary at Great Bridge; Virginia Beach (VA); Sur place; USD 30 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Hope Springs Veterinary at Great Bridge in Virginia Beach is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join a caring, patient-focused team. You will assist veterinarians in exams and surgery, and help ensure excellent care for clients and patients.

You will perform venipuncture, restraint, radiographic positioning, medication filling, and anesthesia monitoring, while educating clients about pet care and preventive measures. A high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Be able to handle a high paced environment and be a successful multitasker.
• Possess a high level of interest in customer service and the ability to communicate with clients and fellow team members not just pets.
• The ability to meet the physical demands of working a shift standing, squatting, walking, lifting and carrying 40 lbs unassisted.
• The ability to work around substances such as animal saliva, blood, urine, fecal material, vomit, etc.
• Comfortable and able to work with all breeds, temperaments, and sizes of dogs and cats.
• At least one year experience working in a veterinary hospital environment.

Responsabilités

• Assist veterinarians in appointments and surgery.
• Perform technical duties such as venipuncture, proper restraint, radiographic positioning, fill medications, and anesthetic monitoring.
• Provide client education in pet care, so you must be well versed in regards to various medical procedures and preventive care for pets.
• Create and communicate medical treatment plans

Connaissances

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Physical stamina

Animal handling

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Hope Springs Veterinary at Great Bridge in Virginia Beach is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join a caring, patient-focused team. You will assist veterinarians in exams and surgery, and help ensure excellent care for clients and patients.

You will perform venipuncture, restraint, radiographic positioning, medication filling, and anesthesia monitoring, while educating clients about pet care and preventive measures. A high school diploma is required.