Veterinary Assistant

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Destination Pet, LLC

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

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In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate nursing care to pets and assist veterinarians with medical examinations and laboratory tests. Maintain accurate medical records and support front-desk operations including client check-in and prescription explanations.

Qualifications

You have at least one year of clinic experience as a veterinary assistant and a high school diploma. You are a friendly, outgoing, and detail-oriented self-starter with strong technical and communication skills, comfortable lifting up to 40 pounds and restraining animals.

Must Have Skills for ATS

filling prescriptions

laboratory tests

restraining animals

medical records

Job Description

Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!

We are seeking a veterinary assistant to join our team at All Friends Animal Hospital

REPORTS TO: Practice Manager

PERKS: Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Mental Health, Life, Disability, 401K Match, and Discounted Pet Insurance (1 pet) 

PAY: $20.00-$22.00/hour DOE.

The right candidate must be friendly, outgoing and people oriented. Must be a self-motivated team player who is attentive to detail, effective at oral and written communication, and demonstrates strong technical skills.

CORE RESPONSIBILITES (include but are not limited to):

  • Ensuring that clients and pets feel welcome and comfortable.
  • Assisting veterinarians to provide compassionate nursing care.
  • Maintaining accurate medical records.
  • Filling prescriptions as directed by a veterinarian and explaining prescription directions.
  • Assisting receptionists with check-in and checkout procedures and providing telephone support.
  • Performing various laboratory tests.
  • Keeping our facilities clean and well maintained.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Expertise & Experience:

  • 1+ years of clinic experience as a veterinary assistant.
  • High school diploma.

Physical:

  • Must frequently lift 40 pounds.
  • Must be able to work on computer system and work multi-line telephone.
  • Must be able to handle dogs on leashes.
  • Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander and excretions.
  • Must be comfortable restraining animals during medical examinations.

Destination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Destination Pet LLC endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our recruitment team.
 
At Destination Pet, we're all about creating a workplace that's bursting with diversity and inclusivity. We don't play favorites or judge folks based on skin color, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristics. Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team. So, we're throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion. Ready to join our pack?

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Destination Pet, LLC

We are on a mission to redefine the standard of care for pet health and well-being. We offer a full spectrum of services through a "whole health" approach, to help pets everywhere live happier, healthier lives. We are 1,200+ pet people all across the US, working together every day to deliver high-quality care for pets and a better customer experience for pet owners. With a long-term vision, we are focused on building and growing a world-class team of pet care professionals. We are committed to continuously improving the standard of care, developing our employees, and maintaining the quality and culture our customers love and have come to expect.
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