CityVet Crabtree Veterinary Assistant - VA
About The Position
CityVet is seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. The assistant helps Veterinary Technicians manage technical work and administrative details, improve daily practice efficiency, and facilitate communication among the operating room, front office staff, and clients. The role includes helping prepare patients for medical, surgical, and dental procedures, supporting triage, assisting with appointments and treatments under doctor supervision, and helping the Client Service Specialist team when needed. The posting notes that veterinary hospital experience is preferred and that entry-level positions and training for suitable candidates may be available.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
- At least 1 year of veterinary industry experience.
- Ability to properly and safely restrain animals.
- Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and medication.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds to waist height.
- Frequent standing, bending, walking, lifting, carrying, and reaching.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and listening skills.
- Self-motivated and team-oriented.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a veterinary hospital.
Responsibilities
- Assist Veterinary Technicians in preparing patients for medical, surgical, and dental procedures, including assisting with anesthesia administration and safely restraining patients for examinations and treatment.
- Partner with Veterinarians and Veterinary Technician teams to carry out patient triage based on client and facility needs and capabilities.
- Assist Veterinary Technicians with booked appointments, walk-ins, and work-ins.
- Record observations and treatment plans in patient files.
- Help perform medical treatments under doctor supervision.
- Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed.
- Help improve clinic efficiency by relieving Veterinary Technicians of technical work and administrative details and facilitating communication among the operating room, front office staff, and clients.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 4% employer match.
- Health Savings Account option.
- Growth opportunities.
- Paid time off and floating holidays.
- Flexible schedules.
- Paid parental leave.
- Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Personal pet-care program.
- Employee discount program.
- Free telemedicine for full-time team members and their families.
- Mental health benefits through the Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
