VETERINARY ASSISTANT

Description

Position at Irondequoit Animal Hospital

Irondequoit Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team!

We offer an AMAZING benefits package- which includes paid time off, 401k, medical / dental / vision insurance, HSA and FSA available, parental leave, generous pet discounts, and more!

Our Ideal Candidate :

An experienced Veterinary Assistant who is highly motivated, pays excellent attention to detail, can work as a cohesive part of the team, and performs in a fast-paced environment. Our goal is to provide quality and compassionate care to all patients, this must be of high priority to our teammates. A full-time position would require working a combination of day, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts. This position will also include inventory oversight and ordering as a part of the job role.

Job Duties :

• Communicating and educating clients on medical procedures and next steps.
• Assisting DVMs and LVTs with patients during pre-op, surgery, and post op.
• Stocking exam and treatment rooms with supplies, maintaining a sterile environment for treatment, x-ray, surgery, labs, and isolation wards.
• Utilizing computer information systems to record patient history, update and maintain medical records.
• Precisely dispenses pharmaceuticals as required.
• Place weekly inventory orders, manage on-hand inventory, receive shipments, and process returns / damaged goods.

Job Requirements :