Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Animal Hospital of Shawnee Hills

Encore Vet Group•Powell, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a Team Building Something Great. Behind every great veterinary team is an amazing Veterinary Assistant—and we're looking for one to join ours! At Animal Hospital of Shawnee Hills, our assistants keep the day running smoothly with compassion, teamwork, and a can-do attitude. If you're an experienced Veterinary Assistant who loves hands-on patient care, enjoys a busy day, and wants to make a difference for pets, their people, and your coworkers, you'll fit right in with our team.

Requirements

Experienced Veterinary Assistant with 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience as a Veterinary Assistant
Love animals and bring a calm, steady presence to every situation
Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients and teammates
Stay organized, adaptable, and detail-oriented in a fast-paced environment
Cool under pressure and comfortable in a fast-paced hospital environment
Eager to keep learning and growing in your role
A team-first mindset and the willingness to pitch in wherever you are needed

Responsibilities

Welcome clients into the exam room, obtain thorough patient histories, and build meaningful relationships while ensuring the veterinarian has the information needed to provide exceptional care
Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures while ensuring their comfort and safety
Safely restrain patients during examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments
Assist veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, surgeries, diagnostics, and patient care
Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
Collect and process laboratory samples, including blood, urine, and fecal specimens
Monitor hospitalized and post-operative patients, promptly communicating any changes in condition to the medical team
Educate pet parents on medications, treatment plans, preventative care, and at-home instructions to support the best outcomes for their pets
Maintain accurate medical records, documenting patient histories, treatments, and communications
Clean, disinfect, and maintain exam rooms, surgical suites, instruments, and patient care areas to ensure a safe, organized hospital environment
Collaborate with the entire veterinary team to create an exceptional experience for both patients and their families

Benefits

Competitive pay, based on experience
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Free virtual mental health for your household (ages 13+)
Generous CE allowance + paid CE time
Uniform allowance
Pet care discounts for your personal pets
PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave
A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between)
Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE, and career development resources
A 401(k) with up to 5% company match