Experienced Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
Dearborn Family Pet Care is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their three-doctor small animal practice in West Dearborn, Michigan. This role is for a full-time position, approximately 35 hours per week, with rotating Saturdays. The practice is known for high-quality medicine, exceptional client service, a supportive workplace culture, and longstanding service to the community. They are looking for someone passionate about patient care, client service, and teamwork, who wants to practice great medicine alongside supportive colleagues in an environment where their ideas and contributions are valued. The team emphasizes a "better together" philosophy, where wins are shared, challenges are faced collaboratively, questions are welcomed, and individuality is encouraged.
Requirements
- Experienced Veterinary Assistant
- Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
- Knowledge of preventive care and vaccines
- Experience with anesthesia monitoring
- Experience assisting with surgical procedures and patient nursing care
- Ability to accurately triage patients and obtain thorough medical histories
- Understanding of pharmacology and medication administration
- Strong patient handling skills with an emphasis on low-stress or Fear Free techniques
- Professional and compassionate communication with clients and teammates
- Clear and concise documentation of patient care and client interactions
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced veterinary environment
- Time-management and organizational skills
- A collaborative, team-first mindset and willingness to jump in where needed
- Reliability and a positive attitude
Responsibilities
- Triage patients and obtain thorough medical histories, vital signs, and patient assessments
- Assist veterinarians and LVTs during exams, treatments, and procedures
- Provide compassionate patient care from intake through discharge
- Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
- Safely restrain patients to assist LVTs and doctors with procedures and sample collection
- Help collect and prepare samples for CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, fecal testing, and other laboratory work
- Support surgical and dental procedures, including preparation, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
- Monitor anesthesia and patient vital signs during procedures and maintain accurate records
- Provide patient monitoring and supportive care, including TPRs, pain scoring, and wound care
- Practice Fear Free and low-stress handling techniques
- Educate clients about patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive care
- Maintain accurate and concise medical records and patient charts
- Keep treatment and exam areas clean, organized, stocked, and compliant with infection-control protocols
- Collaborate with the entire veterinary team to maintain an efficient workflow and positive hospital culture
- Participate in ongoing training and growth opportunities
- Jump in where needed to support the hospital and your teammates
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition support
- Referral bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Supplemental insurance options
- Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
- Generous PTO
- Employee pet discounts
- Quarterly team bonuses
- Continuing education allowance
- State veterinary technician license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
- Uniform allowance
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
- Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- 529 Savings Plan
- Accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
- Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet food discount program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
