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Veterinary Assistant- FT/PT, Cat/Dog/Exotic Veterinary Practice
Ridge Lake Animal Hospital —Woodbridge, VA
- $18.50 - $22.00 an hour
- Part-time
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- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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All Paws Veterinary Center —Upper Marlboro, MD
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- Customer service
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Cleaning
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- Health insurance
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Veterinary Assistant- FT/PT, Cat/Dog/Exotic Veterinary Practice
Ridge Lake Animal Hospital —Woodbridge, VA
Animal care; explains dosage/purpose of medications; reinforces the proper care and procedures that should be followed at home; makes follow-up calls to clients…
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Veterinary Assistant- FT/PT, Cat/Dog/Exotic Veterinary Practice

Ridge Lake Animal Hospital -
Woodbridge, VA

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$18.50 - $22.00 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Life insurance

Qualifications

Employee relationship building

Full Job Description

Ridge Lake Animal Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated, and detail-oriented veterinary assistant to join our growing team! We are a two-doctor, AAHA-accredited, veterinary practice, and we provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs, cats, and exotics.

BENEFITS

PTO and Holiday Pay
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401K with Matching
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee discount
Employee Assistance Program
Uniform Allowance

SUMMARY

The primary role of the veterinary assistant (VA) is to provide hands-on support in assisting veterinarians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The VA also interacts closely with clients, communicating general information, home care, and other information in regard to the pet’s care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs all duties in accordance with government regulations and hospital policies and procedures
Provides compassionate care to patients and clients; able to conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks
Assists the doctor in medical, surgical, and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery;

monitors patients during surgery and recovery; performs dental ultrasonic scaling

Administers injections, oral medications, and treatments as directed by veterinarians
Performs emergency procedures such as control of bleeding, resuscitation with oxygen, and

external cardiac massage

Performs physical assessments; records observations legibly in files or veterinary software system
Can effectively restrain pets, even when large or difficult
Performs clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin

scrapings, urinalysis, and fungal cultures; draws blood for laboratory analysis; maintains file of

lab test results and ensures that test results are recorded in patient records.

Takes radiographs and performs EKGs
Admits and discharges patients on the doctor's orders. Counsels clients on various aspects of

animal care; explains dosage/purpose of medications; reinforces the proper care and procedures that should be followed at home; makes follow-up calls to clients

Knows all common vaccines and vaccination protocols and can explain to clients
Prepares estimates for clients
Prepares and maintains the exam rooms and treatment areas
Understand the importance of and regularly helps to maintain a clean and orderly facility
Properly cleans all surgical materials after they are used; keeps the operating room stocked and prepared for surgery
Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees
Assists other staff members as required
Performs other duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES

Compassion and empathy
Adaptable
Ability to carry out verbal and written directions
Strong oral communication and comprehension skills
Writing and verbal skills
Organizational skills
Ability to stay calm and efficient during times of high tension
Collaboration and teamwork

PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous veterinary practice experience is preferred

COMPUTER SKILLS

Employee must be able to use a computer and specialized software. Microsoft word, Outlook, Excel, etc

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, kneel, and crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must possess good hand-eye coordination as well as hand-finger dexterity. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The noise level in the work environment can be moderately high. The employee is regularly exposed to pets that may cause physical harm, including biting and scratching. The employee may occasionally be exposed to anesthesia, radiation, and biological hazards.

Community Veterinary Partners. is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is the Company’s policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, covered veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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