Veterinary Assistant

Overview

East Brainerd Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a Full-Time Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Why Join Us

East Brainerd Animal Hospital is a busy, 7-doctor small animal practice proudly serving the Chattanooga community. Our team is close-knit, with low turnover and a shared commitment to high-quality medicine and compassionate care. We’re AAHA accredited, which means we meet the highest standards in veterinary care—and we’re proud of it.

Our hospital offers services including annual wellness exams, surgical procedures, dental cleanings, laser therapy, diagnostic imaging, in-house lab work, and care for select exotics. We’re here to support our clients like family and treat every pet like our own.

Location8488 East Brainerd RoadChattanooga, Tennessee 37421

CompensationStarting at $14/hour, based on experience

ScheduleFour 10-hour shifts with a rotating SaturdayOff Sundays and major holidaysIncludes a one-hour lunch break on weekdays

Clinic Hours

Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PMSaturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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

• Yearly scrub allowance for all employees

• Paid time off and paid major holidays

• Flexible schedule with a focus on work-life harmony

• Free virtual yoga, fitness and meditation classes for all employees

• Free virtual registered dietitian-led wellness, nutrition and cooking classes

• Customized learning and development opportunities

Job SummaryThe Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical team in daily operations while delivering compassionate, high-quality care. You’ll assist with patient handling, procedures, treatments, and client communication, in accordance with hospital policies and the state veterinary practice act. Previous veterinary experience is required—ideally one year or more.

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 pacedenvironment.
• 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 dutiesproficiently.
• 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 withDisabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order toperform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to benefits@mvetpartners.com andlet us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administeredwithout 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 otherbasis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed tocreating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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