Overview
Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Alpharetta, GA at Little River Animal Hospital
Overview:
Little River Animal Hospital has an opportunity for an
experienced Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team!
Location: 15710 Birmingham Hwy Alpharetta, Georgia 30004
Shift Details: 3-3.5 days a week, rotating weekends
Compensation: $16 – $20 / hour based on experience
About us:
We are a full-service small animal practice offering an array of wellness, surgical, & diagnostic services alongside boarding and grooming!
Little River is an established multiple doctor practice with a family environment. We provide excellent customer service with the best support staff available. Our hospital allows you the freedom to build your independence by creating personalized relationships with the pets and their owners while being part of a collaborative and supportive team with great communication. We offer continued mentorship and education opportunities by providing access to a rich supply of experienced and knowledgeable doctors & technicians. We are dedicated to bringing the best medicine to our clients by offering:
Ultrasound
Digital Radiography
Dental Radiography
In house laboratory
Laser Therapy
Digital Record Keeping
Check out our website to see our beautiful hospitals!
www.animal-dr.com
Benefits We Offer:
Medical, vision, and dental insurance options for full-time staff
401k retirement plan options with company match for all staff over 21 years old
Paid time off and paid major holidays for full-time staff
Yearly uniform allowance
Discount on veterinary care and products for your furry family members
Life insurance and other benefit options available for full-time staff
Education discount for staff who desire to become a Licensed Technician (some eligibility requirements)
Job Summary:
The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Technician/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.
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: Little River Animal Hospital
Location: Alpharetta, GA
