Veterinary Assistant at Animal Medical Services (Blue Ridge)

Practice

As the largest provider of both large and small animal care in Surry County, Stokes County, Carroll County, and Patrick County, Animal Medical Services offers the convenience of meeting all their animal health needs in one location. No need to have multiple clinics they have to contact.

From your lap dog to your beef cattle, and even your daughter's new rabbit, you can rest assured that with Animal Medical Services, one phone call can get them the information and medical care you need.

More about the Role

The Veterinary Assistant assists the veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine in-house laboratory work, educates clients regarding veterinary care and procedures, and assists with surgical procedures.

Competencies

• Patience & Compassion : Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
• Collaboration & Teamwork : Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other's ideas.
• Communicating : Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
• Active Listening : Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
• Organization Skills : Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
• Client Satisfaction : Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities

Requirements / Qualifications

Benefits Offered

Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.

Pay Range

USD $12.00 - USD $14.00 / Hr.