Overview
Veterinary Assistant in Small Clinic Jobs in Meridianville, AL at Meridianville Pet Hospital
Veterinary Assistant
Essential duties and responsibilities:
Assist Veterinarians in patient care and medical treatments including but not limited to:
medication administration, vaccine administration, acquiring laboratory samples, processing in-house and reference lab samples, anesthesia monitoring, dental prophy, surgical preparation, hospitalized patientcare, critical / emergency care and triage.
Gentle and compassionate care of patients.
Able to work patiently with clients in varying emotional states.
Check in clients, take medical history, obtain patient vital signs.
Fill prescriptions.
Discharge patients.
Client education.
Assist in cleaning the hospital including but not limited to: laundry, floors, taking out the trash and recycling, cleaning treatment areas, surgery, exam rooms, kennels, bathrooms and kitchen.
Answer phones and make appointments as needed.
Relay appropriate information to/from clients to doctors and/or management.
Maintain proper documentation in the electronic medical record.
Computer skills: Able to use Windows based computer systems, word processing, email, web search and other skills needed to effectively use the practice management software program. AVIMark, Vetsource, Vets First Plus, OTTO software a plus.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
At least 1 year experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
Must be able to safely lift 30 pounds.
Basic math and writing skills.
Other:
Assistants must possess good critical thinking and problem solving skills, compassion, a positive attitude, excellent communication skills and teamwork skills. Multi-tasking and accepting constructive criticism is essential. Punctuality is a must.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $10.00 – $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
Meridianville, AL 35759 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Veterinary Assistant in Small Clinic
Company: Meridianville Pet Hospital
Location: Meridianville, AL
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