American Veterinary Group
Veterinary Assistant
American Veterinary Group, Charles Town, West Virginia, United States, 25414
Veterinary Assistant
Department: General Practice Hospitals
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Hillside Veterinary Hospital
Description
Our hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.
The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.
Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. Our next team member will be an energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills. Must be willing to work flexible hours and some weekends.
Ideal Candidate
* Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude* Be compassionate/caring* Can work individually, as well as on a team* Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with team mates is required* Prior experience preferred
Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise
* Prior Customer Service Experience* Must be able to lift 40 lbs.* Preferred knowledge of veterinary medicine* Ability to draw blood from both dog and cats
Benefits
* Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)* 401k Match* Generous paid time off (PTO)* Six (6) weeks of paid Parental Leave* One (1) Work/Life Balance day off* Short-term and long-term disability options* Supplemental insurance options* Discounted Veterinary Care* Scrub allowance* Hands-on and E-training* Professional growth opportunities* Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students
Department: General Practice Hospitals
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Hillside Veterinary Hospital
Description
Our hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.
The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.
Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. Our next team member will be an energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills. Must be willing to work flexible hours and some weekends.
Ideal Candidate
* Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude* Be compassionate/caring* Can work individually, as well as on a team* Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with team mates is required* Prior experience preferred
Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise
* Prior Customer Service Experience* Must be able to lift 40 lbs.* Preferred knowledge of veterinary medicine* Ability to draw blood from both dog and cats
Benefits
* Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)* 401k Match* Generous paid time off (PTO)* Six (6) weeks of paid Parental Leave* One (1) Work/Life Balance day off* Short-term and long-term disability options* Supplemental insurance options* Discounted Veterinary Care* Scrub allowance* Hands-on and E-training* Professional growth opportunities* Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students