Veterinary Assistant

American Veterinary Group•Waycross, GA

33d•Onsite

About The Position

Our hospital is seeking a Experienced Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files. Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. Our next team member will be an energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills. Must be willing to work flexible hours and some weekends. Ideal Candidate Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude Be compassionate/caring Can work individually, as well as on a team Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with team mates is required Prior Veterinary Assistant experience required This position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.

Requirements

Demonstrate professionalism
Dependability
Healthy and positive communication skills
Ability to multi-task
Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
Willing to work flexible hours and some weekends
Prior Veterinary Assistant experience required
Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with team mates is required
Regular on-site presence