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Veterinary AssistantMission Veterinary Partners • Hutto, TX, United States
Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Mission Veterinary Partners • Hutto, TX, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Daylily Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a Full Time experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Location :

1401 Chris Kelley Blvd.

Hutto, Texas 78634

United States

Clinic Hours : M-F : 7am-6pm

Sat : 8am-5pm

Sun : 9am-4pm

Rotating Weekends Required

Compensation :

$17 - $22 / hr depending on experience!

Technical :

Assist veterinarians with veterinary medicine and surgery in any appropriate capacity

  • Obtain and record patient histories, vital signs, and weights
  • Perform in-hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for reference labs
  • Dispense and administer medications, vaccines, serums and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Administer fluids and blood products as prescribed by the veterinarian; use and maintain IV pump.
  • Administer and monitor anesthesia under the direction of a veterinarian.
  • Provide specialized nursing care for injured or ill animals.
  • Prepare patients, instruments and equipment for surgery; clean, maintain and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials.
  • Assure that monitoring and support equipment such as anesthesia machines, cardiac monitors, scopes and breathing apparatus are in good working condition.
  • Communicate with and educate owners in a compassionate, tactful, professional manner
  • Take radiographs - processes rads, demonstrates proper positioning techniques
  • Maintain knowledge of preventative healthcare recommendations in order to answer client questions, provide education on vaccines, flea and heartworm products, and assist in marketing veterinary services from which their pet would benefit, such as a dental cleaning, senior wellness, spay and neuter procedures, and boarding.
  • Educate clients on products and medications sold including dietary products and answer questions regarding product purchase / use.
  • Perform client callbacks
  • Assist kennel staff
  • Maintain legally defensible medical records in cooperation with veterinarians
  • Work well with all team members and ensure that your actions support the hospital, the doctors, and the practice philosophy.

Lab :

  • Collect specimens and perform routine laboratory procedures and tests in hematology, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, and serology to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems
  • Maintain quality controls and record keeping on in-house lab equipment
  • Complete proper sample preparation and paperwork for reference lab tests
  • Fill prescriptions per veterinarians' instructions; double-check for accuracy; have another employee sign (two signatures on each prescription that leaves our hospital)
  • Surgery :

  • Admit patients scheduled for anesthetic procedures
  • Keep surgical materials stocked; prepare gown and surgical packs or oversee this process
  • Check oxygen lines and waste gas scavenger system; turn off scavenger system a er surgical procedures are completed
  • Prepare surgery suite for surgery in collaboration with surgery assistant
  • Prepare instruments; know type of surgical instruments required for specific surgeries
  • Perform induction / intubation and all pre-anesthetic procedures, including patient prep
  • Monitor patients post-operatively
  • Clean surgery suite and instruments following hospital sterilization protocols
  • Keep accurate anesthesia / surgical medical records;
  • Accurately calculate and record all medications and injections administered
  • Ensure all surgery patients go home well-groomed and in an appropriate medical state
  • Job Summary : The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act.

    Responsibilities

    How you'll make an impact :

  • Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
  • Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
  • Participate in any special cleaning duties.
  • Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
  • Maintain excellent client communication.
  • Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
  • Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
  • Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.

  • Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
  • Perform clinic upkeep as directed.
  • Perform equipment maintenance as directed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Prior experience in a veterinary environment required
  • Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast paced
  • environment.

  • Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
  • The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties
  • proficiently.

  • The employee must also be confident around pets.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.
  • The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
  • The employee must be Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
  • The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication / controlled substances.
  • The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
  • The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

  • The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.
  • We put people first and never compromise on our values.

    Apply today for immediate consideration!

    Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with

    Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to

    perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to benefits@mvetpartners.com and

    let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

    Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered

    without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,

    national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other

    basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to

    creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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