What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at West Eugene Animal Hospital?
Overview
West Eugene Animal Hospital is seeking a Full time Veterinary Assistant to join our team!West Eugene Animal Hospital has been serving the Eugene and surrounding area pets since 1970. Our mission is to create an exceptional experience for our clients while providing the highest level of quality and care for our patients.
We are looking for a veterinary assistant to join our great team! Are you a veterinary assistant with at least 1 year of veterinary experience? Are you interested in getting your veterinary technician license in the future and taking the next step in your career? We can help with that!
Compensation: $17-21/hr depending on experience
Location: 1175 City View St, Eugene, OR 97402
Shift Details: Full-time position- (3) 12 hour or (4) 10 hour shifts
Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act.
Responsibilities
How you'll make an impact:
- Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
- Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
- Participate in any special cleaning duties.
- Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
- Maintain excellent client communication.
- Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
- Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
- Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.
- Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
- Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
- The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
- The employee must also be confident around pets.
We put people first and never compromise on our values.
Apply today for immediate consideration!
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $17 - $21