What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Pinehurst Veterinary Hospital?
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Veterinary Assistant to join our team at Pinehurst! We are a 7 Dr. practice, seeing both routine, and urgent care appointments. Our Veterinary Assistants plays a crucial role in supporting our veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the smooth operation of the clinic, and providing excellent care to our animal patients, and stellar customer service. This position requires a strong work ethic, a genuine love for animals, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful, and sometimes emotional environment.
Tasks-
Animal Handling and Restraint: Safely and compassionately handle and restrain animals for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
Client Communication: Provide top notch customer service by having strong communication, a friendly and helpful demeanor, and going above and beyond to help our clients feel comfortable.
Assisting Medical Staff: Support veterinarians and technicians with various tasks, including, but not limited to- obtaining medical histories, setting up diagnostic testing, assisting with procedures, filling medications, vaccinating, and providing nail trims.
Patient Care: Provide compassionate care to hospitalized patients, including feeding, walking, monitoring, and administering medications as directed by a veterinarian or technician.
Laboratory Support: Prepare samples for in-house laboratory tests or external laboratory submission.
Keeping: Accurately record patient histories, treatments, and communications in patient charts.
Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Previous experience in a veterinary clinic or animal care setting is preferred but not required.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Comfortable handling a variety of animal species and temperaments.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Proficiency with basic computer applications.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19