Veterinary Assistant, Internal Medicine

Ethos Veterinary Health; Short Pump (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health in Short Pump, VA is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join their Internal Medicine team. The role involves assisting veterinarians, ensuring professional client communication, and providing support during procedures.

Applicants should have at least six months of veterinary assisting experience and possess strong communication skills. The position offers competitive compensation and various benefits, including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6-months kennel work or previous Veterinary Assisting experience.
• Ability to lift, push, pull above 50lbs and stand for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist in induction and sedation of patients with Licensed Veterinary Technician.
• Practice professional communication with clients.
• Help to restock supplies and assist in inventory checks.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Virginia Veterinary Center in Short Pump, VA is hiring a full‑time Veterinary Assistant to join our Internal Medicine team!

Compensation: $20/hr+ (based on experience & skill set)
Schedule: 4/10- hour shifts per week. Tuesday - Friday

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Position Overview:

Provide support to the veterinarian and veterinary technician as directed within the Internal Medicine Department; provide professional and efficient client service.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist in induction and sedation of patients with a Licensed Veterinary Technician
• Setup, Assist, and Clean up following all daily procedures and operations such as Endoscopies, CT, Tube Placements, and other diagnostic/anesthetic procedures, while also understanding the proper materials and equipment needed for each procedure
• Restraining patients accurately and safely for diagnostic imaging, such as but not limited to: direct digital radiology, ultrasonography, and venipuncture
• Assist in the collection and proper handling of certain samples such as biopsies, and how to submit them to outside laboratories
• Assist in the conduction of appointments whether new patients or recheck appointments, and understanding the process of the appointments and the difference between the two types
• Practice professional and empathetic communication between clients and other team members when obtaining and relaying medical histories in a professional, medican manner, with proper medical terminology
• Help to restock supplies throughout the day to ensure proficiencies and efficiencies
• Work under the direct supervision and take orders from your DVM and LVT on duty
• Assist in weekly inventory checks and notifying inventory manager of items that need replenishing
• Able to understand and function within the electronic practice management software to locate and pull previous medical records and to start initial records for each appointment

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 6-months Kennel work or previous Veterinary Assisting Experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Speaking directly with clients and other hospital team members, excellent communication skills is valuable and important.
• Ability to work in a team environment by taking direction and assisting other medical team members.
• Exemplifies a strong work ethic, with a positive attitude.
• Able to multitask and work under pressure.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull above 50lbs and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Based on employee interest, Veterinary Assistant Certification and/or Licensed Veterinary Technician Program Financial assistance may be available.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.