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Veterinary Assistant
WellHaven Pet Health. Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring pet well-being and high standards of veterinary care .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates technical proficiency in veterinary procedures, including surgery, dentistry, and laboratory techniques, while providing exceptional customer service and maintaining high standards of care. Capable of managing hospital operations, inventory, and client education effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Veterinary Technical SkillsCustomer ServiceSurgery AssistanceLaboratory ProceduresOSHA Compliance
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Hard Skills
SurgeryDentistryLaboratory ProceduresVenipunctureAnesthesiaAnimal CareMedication AdministrationWound CareDiagnostic TestsInventory Management
Soft Skills
CommunicationOrganizational SkillsEmpathyCompassionApproachability
Tools & Technologies
EMR SystemsScheduling Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
NAVTA-Approved Veterinary Assistant Program
Industry Keywords
Veterinary CarePet Well-BeingQuality Control StandardsClient EducationFast-Paced Environment
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring pet well-being and high standards of veterinary care
- Apply technical skills in surgery, dentistry, laboratory procedures, venipuncture, restraint, and sterile and safe-environment protocols
- Contribute to efficient day-to-day hospital operations
- Maintain accurate medical charts and meet hospital quality control standards
- Educate clients about Wellness Plans, pet care, and overall health
- Perform reception duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, and facilitating patient intake and discharge
- Obtain medical histories and patient information
- Track and restock hospital supplies and manage inventory
- Complete assigned hospital duties before the end of each shift
- Provide professional, efficient, and exceptional customer service
- Adapt service to individual client needs and resolve complaints as appropriate
- Adhere to OSHA standards and company policies
- Perform other assigned duties
Requirements
What you’ll need- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 6+ months of experience in the veterinary industry
- Ability to apply technical skills in surgery, dentistry, laboratory procedures, venipuncture, and proper restraint techniques
- Ability to enhance and acquire veterinary technical skills, including anesthesia, surgical assistance, and dentistry
- Experience handling dogs, cats, and exotic animals
- Experience providing basic animal care, including feeding, bathing, grooming, and monitoring for signs of distress or illness
- Knowledge of common medical procedures, including administering medications, wound care, and assisting with diagnostic tests
- Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment
- Ability to multitask, set priorities, and work in an extremely fast-paced environment
- Ability to learn new computer software systems, including EMR and scheduling systems
- Strong customer service, communication, organizational, empathetic, compassionate, and approachable skills
- Adherence to OSHA standards and company policies
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds
- Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb
- Good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity, reach and grasp ability, and visual acuity
- Availability for 10+ hour shifts, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays
- Completion of an NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience (preferred)
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive pay
- Benefits package
- Positive culture
- Strong mentorship
- Opportunities for growth
- Personal and professional growth support
- Practice support
- Life balance
- Reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for qualifying applicants