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Veterinary Assistant at Gaines Shoal Animal Clinic
Gaines Shoal Animal Clinic —Athens, GA
- $12 - $14 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Microsoft Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Georgia Veterinary Emergency and Triage Services -GVETS —Watkinsville, GA
- $12 - $17 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- ER
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- 401(k)
- Opportunities for advancement
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Registered Veterinary Technician or Vet Assistant
Southern Hearts Animal Hospital —Watkinsville, GA
- $15 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Medication administration
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Monroe Veterinary Clinic —Monroe, GA
- From $12 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Cleaning
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Veterinary Technician / Assistant
Hoschton Animal Hospital —Hoschton, GA
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Blood sampling
- Patient monitoring
- Clinic experience
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Veterinary Assistant at Gaines Shoal Animal Clinic

Gaines Shoal Animal Clinic -
Athens, GA

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Job Details

Full-time
$12 - $14 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Computer operation
Basic math
Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence
Microsoft Office
Desktop applications
Pharmaceutical calculations
Safety equipment

Full Job Description

Practice:

At Gaines Shoal Animal Clinic, we are passionate about our work and dedicated to providing our patients with the best possible veterinary care. Proudly serving Athens, GA community for over 30 years, our veterinarians and staff are committed to protecting the health and wellness of your companion with a preventive medicine and lifestyle-based approach to care.

To further enhance the wellness of pets in our community, we collaborate with regional animal rescues organizations like Athens Canine Rescue, PAWS, Athens Area Humane Society, Athens Clarke County Animal Shelter, and Oconee County Animal Control.

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.

The ideal candidate will have prior veterinary medicine experience. Some late shifts (until 8pm) and weekends will be required.

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:

Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Ability to work on weekends as required
Previous veterinary experience preferred
Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages
Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Benefits Offered:

Paid time off
Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
Retirement benefits or accounts
Bonus incentive
Flexible work schedules
Career and professional development
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program

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.

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