What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Animal Hospital of Lewisville?
Description
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Benefits
Be Part of Something Amazing at Lewisville Animal Hospital!
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey as our newest Veterinary Assistant? Join us at Lewisville Animal Hospital, where we prioritize creating a haven of comfort for both our clients and their beloved pets, supporting them through every stage of their journey, from sickness to health.
About Us:
At Lewisville Animal Hospital, we're more than just a veterinary clinic – we're a compassionate community dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to pets and their families. With a focus on fostering trust and building lasting relationships, we strive to be a place where both clients and their furry companions feel welcomed, valued, and understood.
At Lewisville Animal Hospital, we're more than just a veterinary clinic – we're a compassionate community dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to pets and their families. With a focus on fostering trust and building lasting relationships, we strive to be a place where both clients and their furry companions feel welcomed, valued, and understood.
Position Overview:
As a Veterinary Assistant at Lewisville Animal Hospital, you'll play a vital role in our commitment to delivering personalized care and compassion to every patient we serve. From assisting our veterinarians with medical procedures to offering comfort and reassurance to pet owners, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference each day.
As a Veterinary Assistant at Lewisville Animal Hospital, you'll play a vital role in our commitment to delivering personalized care and compassion to every patient we serve. From assisting our veterinarians with medical procedures to offering comfort and reassurance to pet owners, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference each day.
Opportunities for Growth:
We believe in investing in our team members and providing ample opportunities for professional development and advancement. As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll have an open door to explore various growth paths within our hospital, including the possibility of becoming a veterinary technician, delving into specialty medicine, or pursuing future management positions.
We believe in investing in our team members and providing ample opportunities for professional development and advancement. As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll have an open door to explore various growth paths within our hospital, including the possibility of becoming a veterinary technician, delving into specialty medicine, or pursuing future management positions.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Assist with patient triage.
- Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, administer injections.
- Support radiology tasks and general treatments; basic medical math required.
- Obtain patient history and manage computer-based tasks.
- Communicate effectively with clients.
- Handle cleaning, laundry, and general clinic upkeep.
- Manage patient handling, restraint, and medication administration.
- Assist Technicians and Veterinarians as needed.
- Tackle assigned projects with a positive attitude.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
- Preferred have at least 1 year of veterinary medicine experience
- Dependable
- Self motivated
- Excellent cleaning skills
- Able to work weekends and evenings
- Excellent communication
- Team player
- Must be able to lift 50 squirming pounds
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedules
- 401K with company match
- Career development and training
Salary : $15 - $19