Veterinary Assistant at Highlands Veterinary Center

Highlands Veterinary Center • Chesapeake, VA

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About The Position

The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment at a small-animal veterinary practice. The role includes assisting with outpatient exams, collecting samples and performing routine in-house laboratory work, preparing specimens and prescriptions, educating clients about veterinary care and procedures, and assisting with surgical procedures. The assistant also helps maintain inventory, clean and restock clinical areas, and care for medical equipment. The position calls for patience, compassion, teamwork, communication, active listening, organization, and a focus on client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Ability to work weekends as required.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment weighing up to 25 pounds; ability to lift or carry items over 25 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to practice OSHA safety techniques, including proper use of PPE.
• Basic math skills and ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication skills to support patient safety.

Nice To Haves

• Previous veterinary experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with veterinary medicine, surgery, and other tasks as needed.
• Support outpatient exams by taking patient histories, vital signs, and weights, and providing client education.
• Collect blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Handle and restrain animals during examinations.
• Clean and organize exam rooms, treatment areas, and laboratory spaces, and restock exam rooms with supplies.
• Help keep public areas clean and clean and maintain medical equipment.
• Interact with clients professionally and compassionately, and care for patients with compassion.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members about client discussions, patient plans, and client concerns.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Retirement benefits or accounts.
• Bonus incentive.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Career and professional development.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Pet discounts.
• Uniform allowance.

What This Job Offers

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