Veterinary Assistant at DeKalb Animal Clinic

DeKalb Animal Clinic • Smithville, TN

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About The Position

DeKalb Animal Clinic is a veterinary practice serving pets and their owners in Smithville, Tennessee, and the surrounding area. The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine in-house laboratory work, educates clients about veterinary care and procedures, and assists with surgical procedures. The clinic is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant; experience is preferred.

Shifts of 8, 10, or 12 hours are negotiable, but candidates must be available until 7 p.m. Weekend work may be required. The role calls for patience, compassion, teamwork, communication, active listening, organization, and a focus on client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Ability to work weekends as required.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment weighing over 25 pounds with assistance.
• 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

• Previous veterinary experience is preferred.
• Certified Veterinary Technician qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in veterinary medicine, surgery, and other assigned tasks.
• Support outpatient exams by taking patient histories, vital signs, and weights, and providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor their vital signs during surgery.
• Collect 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 exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the veterinarian’s discretion.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment areas, and lab 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