Veterinary Assistant or RVT

JOB DESCRIPTION

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Veterinary Assistant or RVT works hand-in-hand with veterinarians to ensure quality patient care, and to aid the doctors in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work.

The Veterinary Assistant or RVT assists the Veterinarian in multiple procedures providing care for animals including physical examinations, dental procedures, surgeries, immunizations and euthanasia as well as client education and inventory maintenance. Assistants and RVT's may also see their own appointments for procedures such as nail trim, vaccine administration when a doctor exam is not required, collection of blood and urine for diagnostic testing, surgery admission and discharge. This position requires a working knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs, common diseases; their symptoms, means of transmission, treatment and prevention, and other basic preventative health care recommendations. Minimum of 3 years experience required for this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Receive, handle and treat patients with skill, compassion, accuracy, and care including: monitoring during anesthesia, administering fluids, assisting in diagnosing, surgery and general and specialized nursing care.
• Accurately perform laboratory tests.
• Accurately dispense and administer medications and vaccines.
• Input data into computer software system.
• Ability to observe animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent.
• Regular attendance and timeliness are an essential function in order to fulfill the requirements of this position.
• Strong communication and client service skills. Considerable tact and diplomacy is required. Ability to work with clients and patients in a professional, friendly, hospitable manner.
• Work well with all team members and ensure that your actions support the hospital, the doctors, and the practice philosophy.
• Perform general physical activities that require bending, standing, stooping, moving from room to room, sit, talk, and listen; may be required to walk or stand for long periods of time; will use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; will reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently lift, carry and handle dogs weighing 50 lbs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person