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Veterinary Assistant
Burnsville Veterinary Clinic. Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians in providing veterinary care .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates technical skills in surgery, dentistry, laboratory procedures, and anesthesia while providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced veterinary environment. Capable of maintaining accurate medical records and adhering to OSHA standards.
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Technical Skills In SurgeryVeterinary Care ExperienceCustomer Service SkillsKnowledge Of Animal CareAbility To Comply With OSHA Standards
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Hard Skills
SurgeryDentistryLaboratory ProceduresVenipunctureRestraint TechniquesAnesthesiaSurgical AssistanceBasic Animal CareMedicationsDiagnostic Tests
Soft Skills
Customer ServiceCommunicationOrganizational SkillsJudgment SkillsMultitasking
Tools & Technologies
EMR SoftwareScheduling Software
Certifications & Qualifications
NAVTA-Approved Veterinary Assistant Program
Industry Keywords
Veterinary IndustryOSHA StandardsPatient IntakeMedical ChartsQuality Control
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians in providing veterinary care
- Apply technical skills in surgery, dentistry, laboratory procedures, venipuncture, restraint, anesthesia, and surgical assistance
- Contribute to efficient day-to-day hospital operations
- Maintain accurate medical charts and meet quality control standards
- Educate clients about Wellness Plans, pet care, and overall health
- Answer phones, schedule appointments, and facilitate patient intake and discharge
- Obtain medical histories and patient information
- Track and restock hospital supplies and inventory
- Complete assigned hospital duties before the end of each shift
- Provide professional, efficient, and exceptional customer service
- Resolve customer complaints as appropriate
- Adhere to OSHA standards and perform other assigned duties
Requirements
What you’ll need- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 6+ months of experience in the veterinary industry
- Completion of an NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience (preferred)
- Technical skills in surgery, dentistry, laboratory procedures, venipuncture, restraint techniques, anesthesia, and surgical assistance
- Ability to handle dogs, cats, and exotic animals
- Knowledge of basic animal care, medications, wound care, and diagnostic tests
- Ability to learn EMR and scheduling software
- Ability to work independently, multitask, set priorities, and work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong customer service, communication, organizational, and judgment skills
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds
- Ability to work 10+ hour shifts, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays
- Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb
- Ability to comply with OSHA standards and company policies
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive pay
- Benefits package
- Positive culture
- Strong mentorship
- Opportunities for growth
- Practice support
- Personal growth opportunities
- Life balance support
- Reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, as required by law