Veterinary Assistant - Andover Animal Hospital
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Lakefieldveterinarygroup · Andover Animal Hospital - Andover, MNFull-timeOn-site4d ago
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Requirements
- One year of experience in a pet care setting preferred
- Skills, Ability and Knowledge:
- Broad knowledge of animal science
- Basic knowledge of pharmacology
- Proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word and
- industry internet sites
- Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented
- approach
- Basic mathematical skills to ensure the administration of accurate drug and fluid doses
- Basic analytical, critical thinking, judgement, and problem-solving skills
- Compassion and empathy for both pets and pet owners
- Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate, and
- tactful manner
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management skills, including managing multiple priorities
- Handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretion
- Maintain a calm demeanor in a work environment that fluctuates from orderly to fast paced
- and stressful
- WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. The
- team member must frequently use a computer for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities are
- required to do this job including close vision. This position requires walking, standing, and sitting for
- long periods of time. May be exposed to low to moderate noise levels as well as
- disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, pet dander, and excretions. May experience aggressive,
- frightened, abused or injured pets that bite and scratch. This position requires exerting up to 30
- pounds of force occasionally,
Benefits
PTOEmployee Assistance Program401KMedicalDentalVisionVoluntary Life and AD&D insurance, long-term care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Employer Paid Life and AD&DPOSITION SUMMARY:The Veterinary Assistant supports and assists the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians, ensuring thesafety of pets and clients, and the continuity of quality veterinary care. They work to keep pets safe andcomfortable during their visit.WHAT YOU'LL DO (Essential Functions):Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service,and FunClean, disinfect, and prepare exam rooms, medical equipment, and surgery between eachappointmentObtain initial patient information, medical histories, vaccination records, and the reason for thepet's visit. Document patient information, and update recordsCalm, soothe, comfort, and restrain pets before, during, and after proceduresTake note on examination results and updates records as directed by veterinariansProvide the owners education, resources and information on how best to care for pets in general, atthe Veterinarian's direction, for specific conditions, and after various proceduresMonitor and track pet's physical status and vital signs following surgeryMonitor, record, and report the physical condition and vital signs of the hospitalized and boardedpetsClean and disinfect cages, pens, runs, and boarding areasFeed, water, bathe, and exercise pets during their visitRespond to general questions from clientsPerform and set up procedures that do not require Veterinarian or Veterinary TechnicianassistanceExamine pets, performing basic health checks, looking for signs of disease, illness, or injury, andtreat them under the direction of the VeterinarianMay administer medication, perform routine laboratory tests, fill prescriptions, and educate clienton use and side effects of medication under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary TechnicianProvide professional, efficient, quality care and exceptional service to clients while maintainingmaximum productivitySupport a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures thedelivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to petsComply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of carePerform other duties as requestedWHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR (Essential Qualifications):Education :High School Diploma or GED requiredProfessional Licenses/Certifications:Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program preferredHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time off
Additional Information
Veterinary Assistant in Andover, MN Andover Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support our 9-Doctor practice. Andover Animal Hospital is renowned for exceptional veterinary care, as recognized by the Anoka County Shopper as the Reader's Choice Veterinary Hospital for 2021, and is equally known for caring just as much for its employees. We believe in delivering exceptional care to each and every patient and client, every time. We embrace our team, our clients, and their pets as family. For more information about our hospital, please visit andoveranimalhospital.biz . Pay Range: $19-$21/hour
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