Big Lick Vet - Veterinary Assistant at Big Lick Veterinary Services

Roanoke, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Efficiency, Organization, Medical History Taking, Client Communication, Client Education, Facility Maintenance, Record Keeping, Lifting 50lbs, Patient Handling, Restraint, Venipuncture, Lab Work Running, Sample Processing, Pharmacology Knowledge, Medical Terminology, Radiographs

Industry

Veterinary Services

Description

With a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a strong, positive presence in the community, Big Lick Veterinary Services is proud to serve the companion animals of Roanoke, Virginia and its surrounding areas. Our team is dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly, compassionate service. We offer strong mentorship to new veterinarians and are closed on weekends! We are seeking a full time Veterinary Assistant to add to our team. At Big Lick Vet, we believe in treating every patient as if they were our own pet, and giving them the same loving attention and care. We are a group of highly trained, experienced animal lovers who are devoted to practicing progressive veterinary medicine and we pride ourselves on the level of care and compassion we provide to both our clients and patients. We're looking for someone to join our team who will share in our commitment to delivering exceptional service and the highest quality care in a client and patient friendly environment. Compensation will vary depending on experience and skill. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 7:30am to 5:30pm Benefits: 401(k) with Matching Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance Supplemental Benefits, including Long-term Disability and Short-term Disability Health Savings Accounts Holiday Pay Paid Time Off Referral Bonuses Exceptional Employee Pet Discount Yearly Uniform Allowance Community outreach events Tuition Reimbursement Program for continued education Rabies Vaccine reimbursement Some qualities we look for in an ideal candidate: Positive attitude - Attitude is Everything! Protecting a healthy culture is a top priority. A sense of humor is a must. We believe in working hard and having fun while doing it! Dedication to the profession! Communication to both staff and clients with respect and compassion. Willingness and flexibility. Reliability, organization, and professionalism. Friendly demeanor and compassion for the people and pets we serve. The ability to work closely in a team setting - collaboration is key! Required Skills: Efficiency and organization Ability to take a thorough medical history and relay that history in a concise but thorough manner Comfort working in an environment where exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and other biological materials is common Effective client communication and education (excellent written and verbal skills) Maintain clean and safe facilities Contribute to team meetings, attend team events, and provide input into challenges. Answering phones and assist front desk staff when needed. Proper maintenance of medical records Ability to lift 50lbs Client communication and education (excellent written and verbal skills) Abilities that are a plus (but we will train you if you haven't quite learned yet)! Be able to comfort, restrain and handle aggressive or non-aggressive feline and canine patients Venipuncture (jugular, cephalic, medial/lateral saphenous) Running in-house lab work Processing reference lab samples Understanding of veterinary pharmacology Knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to decipher medical records Assisting in Surgery and Dentistry Performing Radiographs Assist doctors and veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, and pro-actively set up any equipment and or tools to be used for a patient Dispense medications Collect laboratory samples Perform all aspects of routine pet care, including feeding, walking, monitoring, and observing animals in clinic Job Requirements: Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: Veterinary - 1 Year (Preferred) Schedule: Four days per week Monday-Friday, approximately 10 hours per day. Work Type: In Person

Responsibilities

The Veterinary Assistant will be responsible for providing exceptional service and high-quality care to patients, which includes performing routine pet care tasks, assisting doctors and technicians with appointments and procedures, and maintaining clean facilities. Key duties also involve effective client communication, education, answering phones, and proper maintenance of medical records.