Overview
Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Nashville, TN at GoodVets
Title: Veterinary Assistant
Company: GoodVets
Location: Nashville, TN
GoodVets is a community of animal hospitals co-owned with veterinarians. Sitting at the intersection of quality-first and people-first, GoodVets provides an environment of mentorship for all our employees while also providing the high quality of care and hospitality that today’s pet parents demand.
At GoodVets, we strategically partner with our highly skilled veterinary assistants.
As a Veterinary Assistant, you will assist doctors and technicians to improve our quality of care and aid the doctors in achieving greater efficiency. Additionally, you will ensure the overall hospital is clean, sanitized and stocked properly. We strive to practice top quality medicine using modern diagnostic tools to provide the best patient experience. Our caseload is diverse, and our culture is amazing. If you are hardworking, adaptable and lead by example this is the right role for you.
The Impact You Will Have Every Day:
Ensure a comfortable and sanitary environment including rooms, surgery suites, and general hospital for our clients and patients
Responsible for the care of boarding and hospitalized patients including keeping all wards and kennels properly cleaned and disinfected; exercising, feeding, bathing, and dipping patients; and hospital laundry
Observe patients throughout the day for signs of illness, parasites, and disease
Monitor patients for blood, urine, feces, and vomit in the cage, and clean patients and cages as needed; save specimens to be examined by a technician or veterinarian whenever necessary
Properly and safely restrain patients, reliably and with compassion, to prepare them for procedures performed by technicians or doctors
Ensure that supplies are always available and adequately stocked in each exam room and treatment area
Properly set up and clean any instruments needed by the doctor during patient exams
Accurately dispense medication prescribed by the doctor; identify and record microchip numbers, tattoos, and other markings in patients’ records
Understand the mechanics and application of basic standards of asepsis
Assist the Veterinary Technician in preparing patients for surgery, radiology, and ultrasonography, and any other task needed
Clean and autoclave surgical instruments; thoroughly clean autoclave per hospital schedule
Collect urine and fecal samples for diagnostics and laboratory processing
Physical Effort:
Able to lift and carry up to 50lbs
May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises, bites, scratches, and contagious diseases
Take physical safety precautions for exposure to drugs, anesthesia, and radiation
Physical activities include bending, standing, stooping, kneeling, moving from room to room, and sitting; may be required to walk or stand for long periods of time; will use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; will reach with hands and arms
What We Offer:
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with match
Paid holidays
Friendly employee discounts on veterinary services and products
If this sounds like the adventure you’ve been searching for, we can’t wait to connect with you. Apply today and let’s make an impact, together!
