Qualifications

• 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 paced
• 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 duties
• The employee must also be confident around pets
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 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

Benefits

• the highest quality healthcare available
• $14.00–$16.00 per hour based on experience
• Benefits We Offer
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance options for full-time staff
• 401(k) retirement plan options with company match for all staff over 21 years old
• Paid time off and paid major holidays for full-time staff
• Yearly uniform allowance
• Discount on veterinary care and products for your furry family members
• Life insurance and other benefit options available for full-time staff
• Education discount for staff who desire to become a Licensed Technician (some eligibility requirements)

Responsibilities

• Monday: 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m
• Tuesday–Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
• The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Pet Health (MPH) hospital policy and procedures
• The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the Veterinary Practice Act
• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MPH
• 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