Mission Veterinary Partners-posted 2 months ago
$14 - $22/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Lake Charles, LA
5,001-10,000 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

Gill Bright Animal Hospital is seeking a Full-Time Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Why Join Us At Gill Bright Animal Hospital, we believe in being the best in everything we do-whether it's patient care, client communication, medical protocols, or equipment. This isn't just a job to us-it's a mission built on passion, purpose, and love for animals. We understand that pets are cherished family members, and our goal is to help our clients enjoy more love, more moments, and more life with them. As a 7-doctor practice, we offer a collaborative, supportive environment where your skills and compassion make a real difference. We're committed to medical excellence and building a team that shares our dedication to exceptional care. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, works well on a team, and brings a compassionate, can-do attitude every day. Prior experience in veterinary medicine is required. A strong focus on teamwork, multitasking, and excellent communication with both clients and coworkers is essential. Location406 W McNeese StLake Charles, Louisiana

  • Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MPH.
  • Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
  • Participate in any special cleaning duties.
  • Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
  • Maintain excellent client communication.
  • Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
  • Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.
  • Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
  • Perform clinic upkeep as directed.
  • Perform equipment maintenance as directed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast pacedenvironment.
  • Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
  • The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the dutiesproficiently.
  • The employee must also be confident around pets.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.
  • The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
  • Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
  • The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
  • The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee pet care discount
  • Career development and continuing education support
  • Uniform allowance
  • Positive, team-oriented workplace culture
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