Veterinary Assistant

PetVet Care Centers•Johns Creek, GA

40d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; additional coursework or certification in animal care, veterinary assisting, or related field preferred but not required.
Previous experience in a veterinary clinic, animal shelter, or pet care environment
Willingness to learn new skills, follow directions, and work closely with veterinarians and technicians in a team-oriented environment.
Strong communication skills and a compassionate, professional demeanor when interacting with clients and their pets.
Ability to handle animals safely and respectfully, and to perform basic animal care tasks under supervision.
Must be reliable, punctual, and adaptable in a client and pet-focused setting.

Nice To Haves

Veterinary Assistant Certificate or completion of an accredited Veterinary Assistant or Animal Care program preferred, but not required.
1+ year of experience in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or related pet care setting.
Familiarity with basic animal handling, restraint, and care techniques.
Experience assisting with client communication, appointment scheduling, or record keeping.
Comfort using veterinary software systems (Cornerstone, Avimark, or similar)
Willingness to learn new skills, take direction, and adapt to the needs of a growing clinic and client base.
Team-oriented mindset with strong communication and a compassionate approach to both pets and their owners.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to all patients
Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival
Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
Calm and soothe anxious patients
Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans
Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release
Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations
Understand and carry out oral and written directions
Maintain accurate medical records
Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift
Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)