Vet Assistant

Community Veterinary Partners • Odessa, FL

89d • $13 - $15

About The Position

Good Shepherd Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. We are a 2 doctor practice that sees dogs and cats. Our mission is dedicated to enhancing the bond between people and pets through compassionate, professional care. We strive to exceed our client’s expectations by maintaining a state-of-the-art medical and surgical facility, employing a highly skilled and committed veterinary staff, and educating our clients about the benefits and responsibilities of pet ownership through preventative healthcare. We believe in investing in our staff to elevate their skills and keep them engaged with their work.

Requirements

• Veterinary experience preferred, but willing to train the 'right fit' candidate.
• Excellent communication skills with both clients and team members.
• Ability to de-escalate situations with clients.
• Passion for a high-paced work environment.
• Desire to learn and grow.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous on-the-job experience is desirable, but not a requirement.
• Previous animal care background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides compassionate care to patients and clients; able to conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks.
• Keeps accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy.
• Prepares and maintains the exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Performs physical assessments; records observations legibly in files or veterinary software system.
• Can effectively restrain pets, even when large or difficult.
• Knows all common vaccines and vaccination protocols and can explain to clients.
• Understands the importance of a clean and orderly facility and does so as part of regular normal job duty.
• Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees.
• Prepares estimates for procedures and discusses financial commitments with clients supporting hospital financial policies.
• Able to explain necessary follow up and homecare instructions to clients.
• Can properly care for all surgical materials and equipment; keeps the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery.
• Sets up for clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, ear cytology and fungal cultures; maintains file of lab test results and ensures that test results are recorded in patient records.
• Can effectively position for and take radiographs of patients.
• Understands the use and care of IV pumps.
• Admits patients following hospital policy and doctors written orders.
• Discharges patients based on the veterinarian’s orders, ensuring that patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state.
• Performs other duties as assigned including assisting in other areas.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• 401k plans
• Uniform allowance
• Access to Journey mental health support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees