Veterinary Care Assistant & Client Advocate

Aspen Dental; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspen Dental is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support daily clinical operations under the supervision of a Doctor or Hospital Manager. You will help communicate with clients, discuss treatment plans, and document care in the medical records system.

Responsibilities include assisting with treatment plans, performing x-rays and blood draws, dispensing medications, and ensuring equipment is properly prepared and maintained.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassion and empathy for pets, clients, and staff.
• Detail-oriented with a good sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients verbally and in writing about all aspects of the client’s pet.
• Assist in discussing treatment plans and enter data for documentation.
• Manage medical records via practice management software.
• Assist with dispensation of medication, x-rays, blood draws, catheter placement, sample collection, and administering vaccines.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and provide nursing care as needed.
• Maintain equipment setup, breakdown, and cleaning; ensure WOW customer service.
• Support CRS and Kennel duties when required.
• Keep hospital areas clean and organized.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Detail oriented

Urgency

Education

Associates Degree in Veterinary Assisting

Job description

Aspen Dental is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support daily clinical operations under the supervision of a Doctor or Hospital Manager. You will help communicate with clients, discuss treatment plans, and document care in the medical records system.

Responsibilities include assisting with treatment plans, performing x-rays and blood draws, dispensing medications, and ensuring equipment is properly prepared and maintained.