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All Creatures Animal Hospital —Hot Springs National Park, AR
- $12 - $18 an hour
- Extended hours
- Microsoft Excel
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- Patient monitoring
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Veterinary Assistant/Veterinary Technician

All Creatures Animal Hospital -
Hot Springs National Park, AR

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Job Details

Full-time
$12 - $18 an hour

Benefits

401(k)
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Flexible schedule
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Companion animal handling
Customer communication
Customer service
In-person customer service
Animal behavior
Clinic experience
Patient service
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Animal care
Patient care
Health record tracking
Animal patient charting
Managing patient records
Veterinary assistant experience

Full Job Description

We are looking for a compassionate veterinary assistant to join our organization. The veterinary assistant will be responsible for performing administrative tasks, assisting veterinary staff in examining and monitoring animal patients, and maintaining clean and sanitary conditions in exam and operating rooms. The ideal candidate will be willing to learn new skills and develop their talents as an assistant. Must have a passion for caring for animals, and excellent customer-service skills as the veterinary assistant will work directly with animal owners.

Veterinary Assistant Duties and Responsibilities

Sanitize examining rooms and surface areas
Assist in holding and restraining animals during exams
Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and tools
Ensure exam and operating rooms are stocked
Assist veterinarian with surgical procedures
Provide care for animals after procedures
Change animal bandages, bedding, and kennel materials
Ensure all cages and kennels are clean
Administer medications
Assist in collecting samples such as blood or urine for testing
Assist in emergency first aid
Care for animals by bathing, feeding, watering, and with exercising
Communicate with owners and families on surgery and recovery instructions
Educate owners about animal health, conditions, and proper care
Perform administrative duties such as updating files and processing payments

Veterinary Assistant Requirements and Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Certification a plus; Associate’s degree or course credit in veterinary technology or animal science from an American Veterinary Medical Association-accredited program a plus
One (1) year previous experience in animal care or in a clinic preferred
Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
Basic understanding of animal behavior and health care
Passion for working with animals and their owners
Interpersonal communication skills to communicate with owners and other veterinary staff
Ability to prioritize and manage numerous different patient needs at one time
Attention to detail in order to maintain accurate patient records
Physical ability to restrain larger pets when necessary
Able to work nights, weekends, extended hours, and holidays

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

Applicants must currently reside within 30 minutes of the clinic or be willing to relocate to a location within a 30-minute commute of the clinic
Able to work Saturdays and Sundays AM & PM Shifts
Able to take rotating emergency call for 1 week at a time.

Experience:

Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)
Drivers License (Required)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Required)
Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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