What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Western Veterinary Partners?
South Shores Animal Hospital is growing and we are seeking a Veterinary Exam Room Assistant to join our team!
In this client-facing, patient-focused role, you'll support our doctors during appointments while helping create a smooth, efficient exam room experience. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys both hands-on patient care and client interaction in a fast-paced environment.
What You'll Do
This is a flexible full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and Saturday availability required from 8am-5pm.
Full-time benefits and compensation**:
South Shores Animal Hospital is an AAHA accredited, 7-doctor, full-service small animal hospital located in the Summerlin area of Las Vegas, Nevada. We strive to provide warm, compassionate, high-quality care in addition to excellent client service. We offer medical care, boarding, and grooming for small animals as well as exotics, and have rehabilitation and reproduction services available. Our hospital is well equipped with digital x-ray, ultrasound, surgical laser & cold laser, and recently underwent an expansion of our treatment area. Our dedicated team is supportive, easy going and fun to work with.
In this client-facing, patient-focused role, you'll support our doctors during appointments while helping create a smooth, efficient exam room experience. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys both hands-on patient care and client interaction in a fast-paced environment.
What You'll Do
- Gather patient history and ensure accurate, thorough documentation
- Obtain TPRs and assist in maintaining complete medical records
- Prepare exam rooms, set up for treatments, and break down/clean between patients
- Assist doctors during exams and treatments
- Perform basic patient care tasks such as ear cleanings, nail trims, and administering oral medications
- Support overall hospital flow to keep appointments running on time
This is a flexible full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and Saturday availability required from 8am-5pm.
Full-time benefits and compensation**:
- Compensation: $16-18 per hour, for each hour worked*
- Bonus package: $500 for those with 3 years of consecutive, current VA experience
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance, disability and 401k options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Previous veterinary or animal care experience is required
- Interest in a career in veterinary medicine with ongoing training
- Familiarity with Cornerstone software is a plus!
South Shores Animal Hospital is an AAHA accredited, 7-doctor, full-service small animal hospital located in the Summerlin area of Las Vegas, Nevada. We strive to provide warm, compassionate, high-quality care in addition to excellent client service. We offer medical care, boarding, and grooming for small animals as well as exotics, and have rehabilitation and reproduction services available. Our hospital is well equipped with digital x-ray, ultrasound, surgical laser & cold laser, and recently underwent an expansion of our treatment area. Our dedicated team is supportive, easy going and fun to work with.
- To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant's education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors. **During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law. WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.
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