Veterinary Assistant

Chewy • Alpharetta, GA

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About The Position

Chewy Vet Care is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support its veterinary practice team. The role contributes to a practice designed by veterinarians and equipped with medical technology to support high-quality medicine and patient and pet parent care. The position works collaboratively with peers to provide proficient veterinary support and a positive client experience, while following the practice’s policies, procedures, and standards of care.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to complete the Veterinary Assistant skills checklist.
• 0–2 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in practice.
• Experience in veterinary medicine.
• Empathy, compassion, and a strong customer service focus when helping people and pets.
• Ability to connect with clients.
• Strong verbal and written communication, observational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand or walk for up to 80% of a shift; frequently lift up to 50 pounds and up to 70 pounds with an optional team lift; rarely lift more than 70 pounds with a team lift; and stand, push, pull, carry, squat, and kneel.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of an accredited veterinary assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Support the practice team by providing proficient veterinary support and collaborating with peers to deliver a positive pet parent experience.
• Implement practice policies and procedures, use integrated technology, and provide appropriate medical care within the role’s abilities.
• Assist veterinarians with veterinary assistant skills and medical equipment, including laboratory, radiology, anesthesia, and dental equipment.
• Handle animal bodily fluids and tissues as part of assigned functions.
• Support team members and contribute to a positive work experience.
• Follow the practice’s Standard Operating Procedures and Standards of Care.
• Review invoices with clients and process client payments.
• Communicate respectfully with team members and keep veterinarians informed of patient updates.
• Use the PIMS and assist other team members with the technology.
• Handle pharmacy holdings responsibly and maintain controlled substance logs.
• Assist the practice manager with communicating inventory needs.
• Clean workspaces after each patient or patient lab sample interaction.
• Participate in self-development courses and required Chewy Vet Care compliance training.
• Perform related duties and assignments as directed by management.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits
• Scheduling options that fit different lifestyles
• Collaborative work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed