Big Lick Vet - Veterinary Assistant

Big Lick Veterinary Services•Roanoke, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

Positive attitude
A sense of humor
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
Efficiency and organization
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)
Ability to lift 50lbs
High school or equivalent (Required)
Four days per week Monday-Friday, approximately 10 hours per day.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Take a thorough medical history and relay that history in a concise but thorough manner
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
Client communication and education (excellent written and verbal skills)
Perform all aspects of routine pet care, including feeding, walking, monitoring, and observing animals in clinic