Full-Time Veterinary Assistant

Waco Animal Hospital • Waco, KY

16d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an immediate opening for a FULL-TIME position as a veterinary assistant. Working hours are: Monday 8am-6pm, Tuesday 8am-6pm, Wednesday 8am-2pm, Thursday 10am-8pm, Friday 8am-6pm, Saturday 8am-1pm (every other Sat), Sunday CLOSED. Hours can range between 30-40hrs/wk. You will have at least 1 off day during the week. We do require a minimum of 2 Saturdays a month. We are searching for a long-term reliable/dependable applicant only. Please do not apply if this schedule is not going to work for you. Veterinary Assistants are a key team member in day-to-day operations of the clinic.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma
• DEPENDABLE and PUNCTUAL
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Capable of standing for extended period of time
• Capable of lifting at least ~50lbs safely
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Comfortable handling phone calls, scheduling, and managing multiple tasks at once
• Compassionate and professional demeanor with clients and their pets
• Ability to remain calm and helpful in stressful or emotional situations
• Proficiency with computers and willingness to learn veterinary software systems
• Team-oriented attitude and willingness to assist wherever needed

Nice To Haves

• Flexible schedule
• Veterinary experience

Responsibilities

• Obtaining accurate patient history
• Assisting the doctor on duty during the physical exam
• Aiding in animal restraint
• Educating clients on basic pet care
• Running lab tests as directed by doctor on duty
• Helping perform radiographs
• Invoicing patient procedures and appointments
• Filling/ re-filling patient prescriptions as directed by doctor on duty
• Cleaning exam rooms following every exam
• Maintaining steady laundry flow
• Maintaining a clean pharmacy area
• Presenting treatment plans to clients (estimates)
• Checking in and putting away inventory orders

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED