What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Chowan Animal Hospital?
Description
Join our amazing team as our newest Experienced Veterinary Assistant / Technician.
Our focus is on being a place of comfort for our clients and pets, in sickness and in health. You will have an open door for growth opportunities ranging from becoming a veterinary technician, specialty medicine, and future management positions!
Job Description:
The Veterinary Assistant will support our veterinarians and veterinary technicians in the care and treatment of our animal patients. This role involves both clinical and administrative duties, ensuring the smooth operation of our practice and the well-being of our patients in both the exam rooms and treatment areas.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Assisting our Technicians and our Veterinarian as needed
- Patient handling and restraint
- Venipuncture, taking radiographs, dental prophys, and vitals
- Medication administration & filling prescriptions
- Client education
- Cleaning, laundry and basic clinic up keep
- Tackling projects as assigned (with a smile, as always!)
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
- At least 2 years of veterinary medicine experience
- Dependable
- Self motivated
- Excellent cleaning skills
- Able to work weekends
- 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
About Chowan Animal Hospital
Chowan Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility in Edenton, North Carolina. Since 1941, our knowledgeable and kind staff have been providing the best possible medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs and cats. We are well-equipped to provide the highest quality care possible for our patients. We provide complete care including preventative and wellness, digital radiology, dentistry, spay/neuter, surgery, rehabilitation, bloodwork, in-house and send-out labs, and urgent care.
We are a collaborative practice, with over 70 years of combined knowledge of veterinary medicine and a shared passion for practicing small animal medicine and surgery. We have a highly-skilled and leveraged support staff including registered veterinary technicians. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.
We are a collaborative practice, with over 70 years of combined knowledge of veterinary medicine and a shared passion for practicing small animal medicine and surgery. We have a highly-skilled and leveraged support staff including registered veterinary technicians. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.
Equal Opportunity Employer Policy
Chowan Animal Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Chowan Animal Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.