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Veterinary Assistant – Emergency Veterinary Hospital of Springfield Jobs in Eugene, OR at Lakefield Veterinary Group
Veterinary Assistant in Springfield, OR – Day and Overnights shifts available! Emergency Veterinary Hospital is seeking Veterinary Assistants to support our 13 doctors in our 24/7 ER practice. Our FT assistants work 3-12’s or 4-10’s. Since 1978, the Emergency Veterinary Hospital has provided high-quality emergency medical care to pets and their people. We offer a fully equipped diagnostic laboratory, cutting-edge surgical facilities, digital radiography, ultrasound, advanced dentistry, and emergency and critical care services. Our team is highly trained with extensive experience treating a wide range of animal emergencies and illnesses. For more information about our hospital, please visit: emergencyvethosp.com Pay Range: $20-$25 per hour Benefits: PTO Employee Assistance Program 401K Medical Dental Vision Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, long-term care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Employer Paid Life and AD&D Eligible for performance-based bonus POSITION SUMMARY: The Veterinary Assistant supports and assists the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians, ensuring the safety of pets and clients, and the continuity of quality veterinary care. They work to keep pets safe and comfortable during their visit. WHAT YOU’LL DO (Essential Functions): Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun Clean, disinfect, and prepare exam rooms, medical equipment, and surgery between each appointment Obtain initial patient information, medical histories, vaccination records, and the reason for the pet’s visit. Document patient information, and update records Calm, soothe, comfort, and restrain pets before, during, and after proceduresTake note on examination results and updates records as directed by veterinariansProvide the owners education, resources and information on how best to care for pets in general, at the Veterinarian’s direction, for specific conditions, and after various procedures Monitor and track pet’s physical status and vital signs following surgeryMonitor, record, and report the physical condition and vital signs of the hospitalized and boarded pets Clean and disinfect cages, pens, runs, and boarding areasFeed, water, bathe, and exercise pets during their visitRespond to general questions from clientsPerform and set up procedures that do not require Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician assistance Examine pets, performing basic health checks, looking for signs of disease, illness, or injury, and treat them under the direction of the Veterinarian May administer medication, perform routine laboratory tests, fill prescriptions, and educate client on use and side effects of medication under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician Provide professional, efficient, quality care and exceptional service to clients while maintaining maximum productivity Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to pets Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of carePerform other duties as requested WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (Essential Qualifications): Education: High School Diploma or GED required Professional Licenses/Certifications: Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program preferred Experience: One year of experience in a pet care setting preferred Skills, Ability and Knowledge: Broad knowledge of animal scienceBasic knowledge of pharmacologyProficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word and industry internet sites Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach Basic mathematical skills to ensure the administration of accurate drug and fluid dosesBasic analytical, critical thinking, judgement, and problem-solving skillsCompassion and empathy for both pets and pet ownersInteract with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate, and tactful manner Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracyStrong organizational and time management skills, including managing multiple prioritiesHandle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretionMaintain a calm demeanor in a work environment that fluctuates from orderly to fast paced and stressful WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. The team member must frequently use a computer for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities are required to do this job including close vision. This position requires walking, standing, and sitting for long periods of time. May be exposed to low to moderate noise levels as well as disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, pet dander, and excretions. May experience aggressive, frightened, abused or injured pets that bite and scratch. This position requires exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds frequently, and/or 10 pounds constantly in order to lift, carry, pull or move objects. Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. For more information about our hospital, please visit emergencyvethosp.com To apply, please contact Mary Lawson at [email protected] or apply at careers.lakefieldvet.com. Pay Range: $20-25.00 Benefits: PTO Employee Assistance Program 401K Medical Dental Vision Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, long-term care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Employer Paid Life and AD&D Eligible for performance-based bonus SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities
Title: Veterinary Assistant – Emergency Veterinary Hospital of Springfield
Company: Lakefield Veterinary Group
Location: Eugene, OR
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