Our practice is excited to add another Veterinary Assistant to our team! We are looking for an individual who is good at communicating, organization, and multi-tasking, and who is ready to work in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate would have at least 1 year previous experience in veterinary medicine however we are able to train the right person! The candidate will be working on our mobile unit assisting our doctor with house calls.
Operating Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am-6:00 pm
Anticipated work schedule (subject to change): 10-hour days, 3 to 4 days a week
Pay range: $13-$15 per hour, depending on experience.
We are proud to offer our full-time teammates comprehensive benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with match
- Personal pet care discount
- Scrub allowance
- No weekends!
Essential Functions:
- Assist veterinarian on mobile unit and in hospital if needed
- Be able to ride in a vehicle without getting car sick
- Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams and procedures.
- Clean and straighten mobile unit and restock with supplies
- Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
- Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
- Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
- Any other duties as assigned.
Requirements/Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous veterinary experience preferred but not required
- Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 40 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 40 pounds with assistance
- Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
- Computer skills, MS office applications, etc.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- Veterinary: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Moneta, VA 24121 (Required)
Work Location: In person