Veterinary Assistant at Fairview Animal Hospital

Fairview Animal Hospital • Maryville, TN

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About The Position

Fairview Veterinary Hospital is a full-service veterinary practice in Maryville, Tennessee, providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to small animals and the surrounding community. The practice offers routine wellness care and advanced services including digital radiography, ultrasound, and laser therapy.

The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment. Duties include monitoring hospitalized pets, maintaining inventory, preparing prescriptions, performing routine in-house laboratory work, educating clients about veterinary care and procedures, and assisting with surgery. Previous Veterinary Assistant experience is required; experience with exotic animals is a plus. The pay range may be adjusted for a Licensed Veterinary Technician candidate.

The role calls for patience, compassion, teamwork, clear communication, active listening, organization, and a focus on client satisfaction. Candidates must be able to work weekends as required, handle and restrain animals, follow OSHA safety practices, perform basic medication calculations, and meet the stated lifting requirements.

Requirements

• Previous Veterinary Assistant experience is required.
• Ability to work weekends as required.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to practice OSHA safety techniques, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Basic math skills and ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with exotic animals.
• Previous veterinary experience is preferred; Veterinary Assistant experience is stated as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with veterinary medicine, surgery, and other tasks as needed.
• Assist with outpatient examinations by taking patient histories, vital signs, and weights, and providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing; and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs while following proper safety procedures.
• Handle and restrain animals during examinations.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the veterinarian’s discretion.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment areas, and laboratory areas; restock exam rooms with supplies.
• Help keep public areas clean and clean and maintain medical equipment.
• Interact with clients warmly, courteously, and professionally, and provide compassionate care to patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members about client discussions, patient plans, and client concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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

What This Job Offers

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