Lead Veterinary Assistant

3 weeks ago

Baton Rouge, United States Destination Pet LLC Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us

We are seeking a Lead Veterinary Assistant to join our team at Animal Health Clinic

**Experience with surgeries and/or caring for animals once out of surgery is ideal**

CORE RESPONSIBILITES (include but are not limited to):

  • Performs other related duties as assigned. 
  • Provide outstanding client communication, documentation, education, and care to all clients 
  •  Utilizing your skillset to the highest level 
  • Handling and restraining pets for exams 
  • Recording accurate medical records utilizing appropriate veterinary terminology,  
  • Assisting medical team members with appointments, x-rays, lab work and other procedures 
  • Completing lab work as needed 
  • Performing radiology with an understanding of appropriate fields 
  • Completing medical calculations as needed 
  • Understanding of commonly used veterinary medications
  • Logging controlled medications 
  • Monitoring and addressing concerns for your patients under anesthesia 
  • Completing dentistry to the full scope of legal ability 
  • Cleaning and upkeep as needed 
  • Collaborating closely with DVMs and coworkers
  • Training new hire team members, ensuring new team members understand hospital policies.
  • Delegating to team members to ensure tasks are done within a timely manner

REQUIREMENTS:

Expertise & Experience:

  • 3+ years of clinic experience as a veterinary assistant.
  • Leadership experience preferred
  • High school diploma

Physical:

  • Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
  • Must frequently lift 40 pounds.
  • Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs frequently.
  • Must be able to work on computer system and work multi-line telephone.
  • Must be able to handle dogs on leashes.
  • Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander and excretions.
  • Must be comfortable restraining animals during medical examinations.

REPORTS TO: Practice Manager

PERKS:  PT Health insurance, PT mental Health, PT telehealth.

PAY: $15-23/hour DOE.

Destination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Destination Pet LLC endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our recruitment team.
 
At Destination Pet, we're all about creating a workplace that's bursting with diversity and inclusivity. We don't play favorites or judge folks based on skin color, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristics. Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team. So, we're throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion. Ready to join our pack?

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