Veterinary Technician / Assistant

CareVet of Oconto Falls; Town of Oconto Falls (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Living wage

Best-in-class benefits

Mental health support

Revenue sharing program

Job summary

CareVet of Oconto Falls is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Wisconsin. We value a Whole Person Approach with living wages and robust benefits, mental health support, and ongoing education.

Eligible team members can participate in a revenue sharing program and have tailored growth plans. The role involves assisting veterinarians, managing medical records, recording histories and vital signs, administering medications, and cross-training across departments.

Qualifications

• Must be able to multi-task and handle duties as assigned.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
• 1–2 years related experience and/or training or equivalent education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Checks patient medical records for past histories, enters in computer and files.
• Takes medical histories and vital signs of patients.
• Maintains client educational material in an efficient manner.
• Admits and discharges patients.
• Takes, processes and logs prescription refills in-house, call out pharmacy and online pharmacy.
• Monitoring hospital patients and logging vital signs.
• Administering medications to patients as needed.
• Restraining and assisting the doctor during exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stoop, bend, and stand on feet for long periods.
• Cross-training and ability to help in all departments (front desk) as needed is expected.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Physical strength

Assisting doctor

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Registered Veterinary Technician (Wisconsin preferred)

Job description

Veterinary Assistant
CareVet of Oconto Falls

Summary: We are looking for a part-time veterinary assistant to join our team!

We believe in a Whole Person Approach when it comes to our veterinary teams. This includes a living wage for all hospital Team Members, best-in-class benefits, mental health support, and continuous education. Investing in our teams and sharing the growth that they are instrumental in driving are top priorities, which is why every Team Member is eligible to participate in our revenue sharing program as well. All positions come with growth opportunities – whether you are seeking skill development to advance your career or to build additional capacity to better service your community, we custom tailor plans for each Team Members career journey.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Checks patient medical records for past histories, enters in computer and files.
• Takes medical histories and vital signs of patients.*
• Maintains client educational material in an efficient manner.*
• Admits and discharges patients.*
• Takes, processes and logs prescription refills in-house, call out pharmacy and online pharmacy.*
• Monitoring hospital patients and logging vital signs.*
• Administering medications to patients as needed.*
• Restraining and assisting the doctor during exams, treatments, and procedures.*
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stoop, bend, and stand on feet for long periods
• Cross-training and ability to help in all departments (front desk) as needed is expected.
• Other duties as assigned.

*Denotes an Essential Function

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The employee must be able to multi-task. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Registered Veterinary Technicians in Wisconsinare preferred, not necessarily required. We are open and willing to train the right candidate.

Part-Time Team Members are eligible for benefits, including: