Doctors Assistant - Veterinary Scribe
About The Position
The doctor's assistant (DA) is an essential member of the healthcare team and serves as an extension of the doctor. By working closely with an assigned doctor, the DA performs specific tasks that allow the doctor to concentrate on patient care, diagnosis, and treatment. These tasks include communicating with other departments, patient families, and referring veterinarians, entering medical data, and providing exceptional customer service through organizational tasks that reduce wait times. This role enables you to establish a strong connection with patients and clients and to promote the human-animal-veterinary bond.
Requirements
- More than one year of experience in the veterinary hospital as a technician, liaison, or CCA, or equivalent experience in human medicine
- Sufficient computer experience (Word, Excel) and the ability to learn various veterinary software programs
- Outstanding customer service skills
- Professional-level typing skills
- Ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks appropriately
- Excellent clear communication skills
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Must be attentive and demonstrate a high level of respect to referring veterinarians, clients, and co-workers
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand on your feet for long periods
Responsibilities
- Inputting and maintaining patient records
- Supporting doctors and clients in medical visits
- Promoting patient flow to minimize client wait times and increase overall efficiency.
- Communicate effectively with the referring veterinarians and hospitals in the community.
- Patient discharges
Benefits
- Paid PTO and holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- FSA or HSA
- Long- and short-term disability
- 401K
- Uniform allowance
- Trupanion Pet Insurance with company paid premiums for two team member's pets.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
