Veterinary Assistant, SurgeryEthos Veterinary Health • Short Pump, VA, US
Veterinary Assistant, Surgery
Ethos Veterinary Health • Short Pump, VA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
- Full-time
- Quick Apply
Job descriptionpatient care and treatment, client service, and hospital cleanliness. Responsible for conducting triages and physical assessments on incoming patients to prioritize their clinical condition to determine their state of stability for immediate vs. non-emergent care Ability to recognize and facilitate critical patients to getting the care they need in a timely manner if assessed as a critical case during time of triage; Communicating and obtaining approval for Critical Care forms Responsible for communicating with clients to obtain adequate medical histories on a patient’s health and presenting complaints Provide excellent client service and patient care at all times; maintain constant communication with owners throughout their visit to our hospital; Understanding normal vs abnormal vital sign parameters and alerting appropriate team members to decompensating patients whether hospitalized or outpatient In between triages, assist licensed technician with outpatient procedures such as, but not limited to, diagnostics, subcutaneous fluid therapy, medication administration Assisting in initial hospitalization of patients and their hourly treatments while following proper hospital protocol regarding documentation of treatment sheets and Practice Management Software Restraining patients for diagnostic testing and physical examinations Completing Client Service Representative training to assist in client service-related tasks such as checking clients in and out, obtaining payments, answering phones, etc. Must adhere to guidance and delegation directed to them by their Licensed Staff (DVMs and LVTs) Prepare for the day by setting up the operating rooms with surgical supplies and appropriate materials needed for that surgery Setting up equipment and Restraining patients for diagnostic imaging and other pre-operative diagnostics. Helping to maintain a clean and orderly surgical suite per policy standards by cleaning prep areas and maintaining sterility within the suites. Help to restock supplies throughout the day to ensure proficiencies and efficiencies Work under the direct supervision and take orders from your surgeon and LVT on duty Assist the surgeon within the surgical suite by performing sterile scrub in techniques to help with instrument handling and providing surgical assistance in procedures. Learning and maintaining strong knowledge and understanding of common soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries. Learning and maintaining strong knowledge of all surgical instruments and their appropriate care, including cleaning, wrapping, sterilizing and storage. Responsible for managing workflow of new patient consultations and post-operative rechecks. Perform accurate and professional discharging procedures for all post-operative patients. Ability to address any phone calls and emails regarding client questions, concerns, and patient updates. Ordering and Maintaining inventory of orthopedic supplies, instruments, etc. Working with team to complete all end of shift cleaning and other daily department responsibilities. Minimum of 6-months Kennel work or previous Veterinary Assisting Experience High School Diploma or equivalent required Speaking directly with clients and other hospital team members, excellent communication skills is valuable and important Ability to work in a team environment by taking direction and assisting other medical team members Exemplifies a strong work ethic, with a positive attitude Able to multitask and work under pressure Flexibility and able to adapt to new situations Maintain a constant level of honesty and integrity Ability to lift, push, and pull above 50lbs and stand for prolonged periods of time Based on employee interest, Veterinary Assistant Certification and / or Licensed Veterinary Technician Program Financial assistance may be available. 4 / 10-hour shifts per week Monday - Friday with rotating weekend coverage and on- call rotations as needed Compensation : Based on experience & skill set. Starting at $20 / hr! 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com. Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation. Powered by JazzHR
The Virginia Veterinary Center in Short Pump, VA is hiring a full- time Veterinary Assistant to join our Surgery team!
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