Veterinary Assistant

Long Valley Animal Hospital•Long Valley, NJ

About The Position

Long Valley Animal Hospital is looking to add a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Assistant to our team. At our Rarebreed clinic, you can help reimagine the veterinary experience in your community. Our warm-hearted environment means you’ll be able to empathize and demonstrate real care for client’s pets and provide utmost care . As part of our team, you’ll work with the latest technology, gain access to state-of-the-art training facilities, and collaborate with a positive team to deliver the highest quality of care to the pet patients we all love. About : Long Valley Animal Hospital, located in Long Valley, New Jersey, serves the pet populations of Long Valley, Chester, Hackettstown, Mendham, and surrounding areas. It’s our mission every day to empathize and demonstrate real care for our client’s pets and to provide exceptional veterinary medicine. Come see why our motto is “Where Cold Noses Meet Warm Hearts ”. https://longvalleyanimalhospital.com/ Veterinary Assistant Long Valley Animal Hospital in Long Valley , N J

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
At least one year of prior veterinary experience required
Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check

Nice To Haves

Experience with Cornerstone a plus

Responsibilities

Ensure that clients and pets feel welcome and comfortable
Ability to effectively communicate and educate clients on general animal husbandry and answer questions as directed by the veterinarian
Present and explain client education materials
Make certain all patients are kept clean and as comfortable as possible
Ability to obtain a complete and accurate medical history, as well as vital signs, within the scope of veterinary technology and under the direction of a doctor
Clearly communicate your findings to a doctor, refraining from making a diagnosis
Understand how to prep animals for minor (non-sterile) and sterile surgery
Draw blood samples.
Collect stool and urine samples under the supervision of a doctor and as allowed by state regulations.
Keep medical records accurate and up to date
Make certain entire hospital is clean
Answers telephone calls quickly, efficiently and in a professional and friendly manner using a multi-line system
Prepares client invoices for services performed
Receives and relays telephone, fax, and email messages accurately and promptly
Educating clients on preventive care and having a strong knowledge of the products we stock
Customer service in all forms - interacting face to face, occasionally answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, following up with clients post-visit, and educating clients and empowering them to provide the best care to their pets