Veterinary Assistant/Technician

PetVet Care Centers, LLC; Mississippi; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider is seeking a dedicated individual to support ambulatory equine veterinarians. This role involves preparing medications, assisting in surgeries, and maintaining equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience in veterinary care and a strong understanding of animal handling. Join a team committed to high-quality veterinary medicine and service.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in handling and treating horses.
• Veterinary technician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians in patient care and surgical procedures.
• Maintain and operate diagnostic equipment.
• Manage medical records and billing.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Knowledge

Surgical Assistance

Compliance with HIPAA

Basic Computing Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Endoscope

Ultrasound

Digital X-ray

Steam Sterilizers

Job description

The individual in this position is responsible for providing support to our ambulatory equine veterinarians. They will be responsible for preparing medications, sterile/ surgical scrubs, restraining, and maintaining a sanitary and well-organized ambulatory vehicle. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Provides support to veterinarians in the delivery of patient care.
• Must have a working knowledge of commonly used medications and techniques required within the industry.
• Act as a surgical nurse during emergency procedures;
• Independently set up and maintains specialized diagnostic equipment such as: (endoscope, ultrasound, digital x-ray.
• Clean and prepare surgical instruments for sterilization; operate steam sterilizers.
• Driving practice vehicles
• Entering medical records
• Replenishing stock on ambulatory truck
• Assist veterinarian with recording and entering billing and medical records.
• Understand and maintain compliance with all HIPAA regulations as they relate to veterinary medicine

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience loading, unloading, restraining, handling and treating horses. Applicants with prior veterinary technician experience (formal or work-related) will be given preference. Must have a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• The physical ability to handle, manipulate and restrain large animals
• Must be capable of easily lifting at least 50 – 100 pounds on a regular basis.
• Must not have any medical conditions which would limit the applicant’s ability to bend, crouch or lift or be available for occasional extended work hours.
• Must possess the ability to maintain effective working relationships with clinicians, coworkers, students, and clients.
• Basic computing skills in word processing and spreadsheets are required.

PetVet Care Centers, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000 people including over 800 veterinarians. Since its inception, PetVet has been structured around a model that is focused on developing a partnership between the hospitals and the company and providing the highest quality medicine and service.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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