Are you an EXPERIENCED Veterinary Assistant looking to use your skills to the fullest? River Road Animal Hospital is looking for positive, team minded applicants to add to our growing teams. Candidate should have strong customer service skills and the ability to multitask in a busy environment, This is a fulltime position.
This position Requires 1 year minimum of small animal veterinary assisting.
Position Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous on the job training desirable.
Veterinary Medicine Clerk License
Can provide compassionate care to patients and clients.
Can conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks.
Can legibly keep accurate medical records in accordance hospital policy.
Can prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas.
Can perform physical assessments, record observations legibly in files or computer.
Can effectively restrain pets even when large or difficult.
Understands the importance of a clean and orderly facility, does not hesitate to clean or organize as part of a normal job duty.
Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying records and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs; requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time.
Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases.
Must-Have-Skills
- Veterinary assistant experience
- Expert communicator
- Team player
- Willingness to learn and to perform many roles in the hospital
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Veterinary : 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Medical clerks license (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Puyallup, WA 98371 (Required)
Work Location: In person
