Overview
Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Fowlerville, MI at Fowlerville Veterinary Clinic
Overview:
Fowlerville Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!
Location: 6440 W. Grand River Rd. Fowlerville, MI 48836
Shift Details: This is a full-time position, working 30-40 hours a week and a rotating Saturday Schedule.
We have been practicing the highest quality care for our clients and their pets for over 60 years. Our compassionate, professional, and courteous doctors and staff, provide the best medical, surgical and dental care possible. Our main focus is on building relationships with our clients and their animals that we care for. From the first phone call through the entire visit, we strive to be the best at what we do. We value our clients and want to put their minds at ease while they trust their animals to our care.
Experience:
Ability to give SQ, IM and IV injections.
Knowledge of usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and ability to readily explain them to the clients.
**These are not requirements. Experience would be great but not necessary.**
Benefits we offer:
Industry leading pay for you, discounts for your furry friends!
Medical, vision and dental benefits package.
401k program with company match starting day 1!
A yearly scrub allowance for all employees.
Flexible schedule with a focus on work-life harmony – You’ll get PTO and have the time to use it!
Free virtual yoga, fitness and meditation classes for ALL employees.
Free virtual registered dietitian lead wellness, nutrition and cooking classes for ALL employees.
Quarterly bonus opportunities!
Customized learning and developmental opportunities
Job Summary: This position provides leadership and training to the medical support staff in the operation of a small animal facility in accordance with hospital policy and procedures and provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act. The Veterinary Technician will be able to communicate effectively with employees and clients and have great attention to detail and organizational abilities.
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.
Perform clinic upkeep as directed.
Perform equipment maintenance as directed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Prior experience in a veterinary environment required – 5 or more years.
Management experience preferred – 2 or more years.
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.
Physical Requirements:
The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.
The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
The employee must be Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
The employee will be 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.
The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.
We put people first and never compromise on our values.
Apply today for immediate consideration!
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with
Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to
perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and
let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered
without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,
national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other
basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to
creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Title: Veterinary Assistant
Company: Fowlerville Veterinary Clinic
Location: Fowlerville, MI
