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Veterinary Assistant
WellHaven Pet Health. Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians in providing veterinary care .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates technical skills in veterinary care, including surgery, anesthesia, and laboratory procedures, while providing exceptional customer service and maintaining hospital efficiency. Capable of managing medical records and inventory, educating clients, and advocating for animal health and wellness.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Technical Skills In SurgeryVeterinary Care ExperienceCustomer Service SkillsKnowledge Of Animal CareAbility To Multitask
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Hard Skills
SurgeryDentistryLaboratory ProceduresVenipunctureAnesthesiaSurgical AssistanceWound CareAdministering MedicationsDiagnostic TestsInventory Tracking
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsEmpathetic SkillsCompassionate SkillsApproachable Skills
Tools & Technologies
EMR SystemsScheduling Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
NAVTA-Approved Veterinary Assistant Program
Industry Keywords
Veterinary IndustryAnimal RestraintQuality Control StandardsClient EducationOSHA Standards
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians in providing veterinary care
- Apply technical skills in surgery, dentistry, laboratory procedures, venipuncture, anesthesia, surgical assistance, and animal restraint
- Contribute to the day-to-day efficiency and smooth operation of the hospital
- Maintain accurate medical charts and meet hospital quality control standards
- Educate clients about Wellness Plans, pet care, and overall health
- Answer phone calls, schedule appointments, and facilitate patient intake and discharge
- Obtain medical histories and patient information
- Manage hospital supplies, including inventory tracking and restocking
- Provide professional and efficient customer service
- Resolve customer complaints as appropriate
- Complete assigned hospital duties before the end of each shift
- Advocate for the overall success and performance of the hospital
Requirements
What you’ll need- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 6+ months of experience in the veterinary industry
- Ability to handle dogs, cats, and exotic animals
- Knowledge of 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
- Technical skills in surgery, dentistry, laboratory procedures, venipuncture, restraint techniques, anesthesia, and surgical assistance
- Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment
- Ability to multitask, set priorities, and work in an extremely fast-paced environment
- Ability to learn computer software systems, including EMR and scheduling systems
- Strong customer service, communication, organizational, empathetic, compassionate, and approachable skills
- Ability to complete work accurately while managing constant interruptions
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds
- Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb
- Ability to work schedules that may include 10+ hour shifts, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays
- NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience (preferred)
- Adherence to OSHA standards and company policies
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive pay
- Benefits package
- Supportive team culture
- Strong mentorship
- Opportunities for growth
- Practice support
- Life balance
- Reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, where applicable