Veterinary Assistant

Chewy • Alpharetta, GA

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About The Position

Chewy Vet Care is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join its Healthcare Practice Team. The role supports a veterinary practice designed to help veterinary teams succeed, using sophisticated equipment and purpose-built technology to provide patient-centered care and a positive experience for pet parents. The Veterinary Assistant works collaboratively with peers and veterinarians to provide proficient veterinary support within their abilities, follow practice policies and standards, and contribute to a supportive team culture. The position may require weekend work and some travel.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to complete the Veterinary Assistant skills checklist.
• 0–2 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in practice.
• Experience in veterinary medicine.
• Empathy and an excellent customer-service focus when helping people and pets.
• Ability to connect with clients and demonstrate empathy and compassion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, observational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of an accredited veterinary assistant program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the practice team by providing proficient veterinary support care and contributing to a positive pet parent experience.
• Implement practice policies and procedures, use integrated technology, and deliver appropriate medical care within the role’s abilities.
• Assist veterinarians with veterinary assistant skills and medical equipment, including laboratory, radiology, anesthesia, and dental equipment.
• Handle animal bodily fluids and tissues as part of veterinary support functions.
• Follow the practice’s Standard Operating Procedures and Standards of Care.
• Review invoices with clients and handle client payments.
• Communicate respectfully with team members and keep veterinarians informed in real time about patient updates, including in-practice, referral, and home-care updates.
• Use the PIMS proficiently and assist other team members with the technology.
• Handle pharmacy holdings responsibly and maintain controlled substance logs.
• Assist the practice manager with communicating inventory needs.
• Clean workspaces after each patient or patient lab sample interaction.
• Participate in self-development courses and required Chewy Vet Care compliance training.
• Perform related duties and assignments as directed by management.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits.
• Scheduling options to fit different lifestyles.
• Collaborative work environment.

What This Job Offers

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