Veterinary Assistant - Oak Knoll Animal Hospital

Lakefield Veterinary Group•Saint Louis Park, MN

11d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

A veterinary assistant will fill a vital role in our animal hospital! The Veterinary Assistant supports and assists the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians, ensuring the safety of pets and clients, and the continuity of quality veterinary care. They work to keep pets safe and comfortable during their visit.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Ability to work flexible hours including Saturday's

Nice To Haves

Preferred one year of experience in a veterinary clinic/hospital setting
Currently enrolled in Veterinary Technician school a plus
Proficient with computers. Cornerstone experience a plus
Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach
Basic analytical, critical thinking, judgement, and problem-solving skills
Compassion and empathy for both pets and pet owners
Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate, and tactful manner
Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Strong organizational and time management skills, including managing multiple priorities
Handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Maintain a calm demeanor in a work environment that fluctuates from orderly to fast paced and stressful

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians and vet techs with in-house bloodwork, setting up urine & fecals, using Idexx Lab Equipment
Clean, sterilize, and maintain kennels, operating rooms, exam rooms, cages, and treatment area.
Room clients & obtain efficient and concise patient history, discuss preventative care (vaccination schedule, routine tests, and flea/tick/heartworm preventatives)
Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and tools
Ensure exam and operating rooms are stocked
Assist in restraining animals during exams, nail trims, blood draws, x-rays and other services provided.
Walk dogs pre/post surgery and in-house patients.
Change bedding and kennel materials
Fill & verify medications as directed by DVM’s
Assist with runback/technician appointments; retrieve patient from owner, assist LVT with procedure, enter charges, return patient to owner
Provide the owners education, resources and information on how best to care for pets in general, at the Veterinarian’s direction, for specific conditions, and after various procedures
Monitor, record, and report the physical condition and vital signs of the hospitalized pets
Vacuum, mop, laundry & dishes
Prioritize closing duties
Ensure labs go out at appropriate time
Other duties as directed by DVM, HA or LVT's
Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to pets
Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of care