Veterinary Assistant

Overview

Companion Animal Care Center is seeking Veterinary Assistants to join our growing team

Location:

640 Innovation Dr

Winona, MN 55987

Compensation:

Up to $19/hour

Shift Details:

Scheduled rotation including weekdays and rotating Saturday mornings.

Beginning Fall of 2024, we will be offering weekend Urgent Care hours The updated rotation will include Saturday/Sunday shifts from 8am-8pm and replace the former Saturday morning shift.

Our team is growing to care for more patients Enjoy working with a team of caring professionals in a well-equipped, modern facility offering preventive care, urgent care, surgery, dentistry, ultrasound, digital radiography, hydrotherapy, laser therapy and pet lodging services. Beginning in the Fall of 2024, we will also offer Urgent Care Services on Saturday/Sunday.

Veterinary Assistants are essential to the medical team. They are responsible for assisting in handling and restraint of patients, assisting in exam rooms, educating clients on health topics, assisting with Client Service in Reception, and maintaining a clean and organized hospital. If you are considering a career as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinarian this is a great opportunity to gain experience.

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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