Veterinary Assistant

Fairview Animal Hospital•Ellenwood, GA

About The Position

Fairview Animal Hospital is a well-established, progressive, small animal practice located in Ellenwood, Georgia. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Preventative Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Laser Therapy, In-House Diagnostics, High Speed Dentistry, Digital full body and dental radiology, Ultrasonography, and Vacation Boarding. Fairview Animal Hospital is located south of Atlanta. The proximity to the city allows for easy commute to trendy restaurants, sporting events, and a diverse nightlife. Henry County public schools strive to empower young leaders, making it an ideal area to raise a family! Popular activities in the area include museums, theatre, theme parks, and several state parks great for hiking. Georgia is a wonderful place to enjoy a healthy and active work-life balance. Job duties include, but are not limited to: Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management. Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases. Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Requirements

An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
Compassionate
Calm
Team Player
Multi-Tasker
Strong Communicator
Must be able to properly restrain pets.
Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises.
May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.
Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

Nice To Haves

Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Responsibilities

Pet restraint
Triage incoming patients
Collection and analysis of lab samples
Diagnostic imaging
Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability
Administration of medications
Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
Surgical preparation and assistance
Anesthetic management

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)