Veterinary Assistant

1 week ago

Danville, United States Galaxy Vets Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:

Veterinary Assistant - Danville Family Vet

Powered by Galaxy Vets, Inc.


Galaxy Vets is an employee-centric, veterinary healthcare system with a mission to give veterinary medicine back to veterinary professionals. We offer a competitive benefits package all intended to prevent burnout and enable you to focus on what you love--providing quality care to pets and their families.


Located in Danville, Virginia, Danville Family Vet is a fully equipped veterinary facility staffed with an experienced and professional team. We pride ourselves on progressive medicine and compassionate care for patients and clients. Engaged communication with clients is a top priority for our team.


Role responsibilities and skills:


● Assist doctors and technicians with various duties including, but not limited to, those listed below.
● Assists with patient appointments, obtain weights and accurate vital signs on patients.
● Assists with collection and preparation of laboratory samples such as blood, fecal, urine, and ear cytology.
● Assist doctors and technicians with radiology procedures.
● Ability to restrain animals in a safe, efficient and compassionate manner during examinations and procedures. Training will be provided as required.
● Assists with prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures.
● Document any changes of a pet’s condition and vital signs appropriately in medical records and notify doctor or veterinary technicians of any unusual medical or behavioral problems.
● Identify and record microchip numbers, tattoos, and other markings in patients’ records.
● Feed, exercise, groom or bathe animals as prescribed by attending veterinarian.
● Excellent communication between all departments of the hospital team.
● Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital including kennels and runs, treatment areas, exam rooms, and surgery suite.
● Ensure soiled laundry is appropriately cleaned, folded and put away on a regular basis throughout the work shift.
● Assists with the care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations.
● Communicate with clients in a compassionate and professional way.

● Ensure all animals are clean and properly groomed prior to release back to clients care as directed.
● Ensure that supplies are always available and adequately stocked in each exam room and treatment area.
● Accurately dispense medication prescribed by the doctor.
● Perform other duties as assigned by doctors and veterinary technicians to assist in the smooth flow of the daily operation of the hospital.
● May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises, bites, and/or scratches.


This is a non-exhaustive list of the essential duties and responsibilities required to be performed by the Veterinary Assistant, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Other duties may be
assigned as necessary for the smooth operation of the clinic.


Requirements:


● High School diploma or GED certificate.
● Flexible schedule including some weekend, evening and holiday shifts.
● Basic computer skills.
● Must be dependable, demonstrate strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn.
● Flexible about schedule as may include some weekend and evening shifts.
● Excellent communication skills, works well with others, a sense of urgency and a desire for continuous improvement.
● Follow OSHA standards by demonstrating proper use of PPE when handling hazardous materials/chemicals/drugs and using medical imaging techniques such as radiology and other diagnostic procedures. Practice best safety precautions to prevent workplace hazards, ie: placing Wet Floor signs in visible area before mopping the floor and in place until the floor is dry and reporting any potential workplace hazards to management.
● Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds or more with assistance.
● Tasks may involve prolonged periods of standing, reaching, walking, kneeling, crawling, bending, lifting, balancing, and crouching.
● Ability to work around sick or fractious animals, zoonotic diseases, hazardous materials and cleaning chemicals and anesthetic gas.
● Aligns with our Core Values: Founders Mindset, Sees the Bigger Picture, Always Evolving, Lead with Integrity, Sense of Humor.


The Perks:


● Option to participate in voluntary and company-paid benefit programs.
● CE Allowance with focus on Continuous Improvement.
● Ongoing Feedback loops to ensure Employee satisfaction and autonomy with strong focus on burnout prevention.




Galaxy Vets is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or sexual orientation, gender expression or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. We celebrate and embrace our current and ever expanding diverse and inclusive culture and recognize it as a strength that empowers all team members.

 

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