Veterinary Assistant

3 weeks ago

Traverse City, United States Mission Veterinary Partners Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Overview

Long Lake Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our TEAM9929 N. Long Lake Rd. Traverse City, MI 49684Clinic Hours: Monday- Friday 8a-5p, and Saturday 8a-12pShift Details: 4 weekdays, occasional Satur day hours **Urgent care shift also available**Compensation: $18-20/hr-based on experienceWe are seeking a Veterinary assistant to join us in our fast paced AAHA Accredited veterinary practice. If you are a skilled, compassionate veterinary assistant and are looking for a new opportunity to use your technical skills in a multi-doctor setting, we might be the opportunity you have been looking for.Must be able to effectively and accurately perform the following duties that include but are not limited to:Veterinary Care
  • Provide assistance to veterinary technicians and doctors.
  • Restrain animals using Fear Free patient techniques.
  • Maintain excellent client communication, attention to detail and organizational abilities.
  • Able to communicate and collaborate with coworkers.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize various demands.
  • Be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to: laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
  • Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms and accurate information.
  • Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
Other Skills
  • Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
  • Perform clinic upkeep as directed.
  • Perform equipment maintenance as directed.
  • Identify areas or items needing additional attention.
  • To perform this job successfully it will be necessary to become proficient in the use of the practice management software (Cornerstone).
Special Working Conditions
  • Ability to follow verbal instructions, client discourse and veterinary patients.
  • Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds, and over 50 pounds with the assistance of a co-worker.
  • Endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods.
  • Ability to be confident around pets.
  • Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
  • Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while in a hospital environment.
  • Employee is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
If you are motivated individual and are ready to embark on a new adventure, we want to hear from you. Ideal candidates will have minimum 1 year of experience working or volunteering with animals at a vet clinic, humane society or similar environment.Apply now for immediate consideration

Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act.


Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

  • Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
  • Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
  • Participate in any special cleaning duties.
  • Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
  • Maintain excellent client communication.
  • Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
  • Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
  • Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.
  • Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
  • The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
  • The employee must also be confident around pets.

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

Apply today for immediate consideration

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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