Experienced Veterinary Assistant – job post

Summary: Assists Doctors and technicians in multiple procedures providing care for animals including both inpatient and outpatient care. Often acts as liaison between clients and patients and other staff members or Veterinarians. 10 REASONS TO CONSIDER JOINING North Country Veterinary Services: Great benefits Digital Xray, Ultrasound, Therapeutic laser Experienced team of doctors and staff Emphasis on customer service and teamwork Clean, safe friendly work atmosphere Diverse caseload of medical and surgical patients Opportunities for professional growth/advancement Stable company and a positive reputation in the community. We believe in recognizing, rewarding and taking care of our staff members Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. ⦁ Proper restraint of pets to assist the technicians and doctors.* ⦁ Anticipate and prepare medications or vaccines that are required by doctor or Vet Tech.* ⦁ Communicates care and status of patients with courtesy and respect.* ⦁ Counts pills and prepares labels for medications as directed.* ⦁ Prepares requisition forms and specimens for outside lab work.* ⦁ Enters charges in computer accurately and completely.* ⦁ Performs minimal common laboratory testing.* ⦁ Records medications, procedures, and history as needed in patient records.* ⦁ Performs routine suture removals and nail trims.* ⦁ Cleans treatment room, lab, pharmacy areas as needed.* ⦁ Draws up medications at DVM or LVT’s request.* ⦁ Clips and prepares patients for surgery.* ⦁ Maintains medical equipment as required.* ⦁ Answers phone and directs calls, including scheduling of appointments. Qualifications: Computer Skills: Ability to record, work, and read documents in word processing software and Avimark (practice software). Education/Experience: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent. Equipment: To perform this job successfully, an individual must use a variety of equipment including x-ray machine, x-ray processor, microscope, blood machines, and patient monitors. Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities: ⦁ Oral & Written Communication Skills ⦁ Professionalism ⦁ Time Management ⦁ Cooperation ⦁ Flexible Job Type: Full-time Pay: $15.00 – $18.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 10 hour shift Experience: Veterinary Assistant: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person