Veterinary Assistant
Overview:
North Texas Veterinary Clinic has an opportunity for a full time Veterinary Assistant to join our team!
Location: 110 Wall-Price Keller Rd, Keller, TX 76248
Shift Details:
Full-time 35-40 hours per week
Must be able to arrive to work by 7:45am.
Clinic hours are Monday-Friday 8-6 and Saturdays 8-12. Must be available to work rotating Saturdays.
We are closed for all major holidays! We do not do any pet boarding!
Compensation: $15.50-17/hr (increases with experience)
North Texas Veterinary Clinic is seeking a responsible, flexible, teachable, pet-loving, and people-loving veterinary technician assistant for our progressive small animal hospital.
Do you have a passion for working with animals? Have you always wanted a job in the veterinary field but didn't know where to start? Here is your chance! We're seeking a hard-working individual who is eager to learn and who truly wants to be in this field long-term.As a Veterinary Technician Assistant, you will start from the ground up, assisting the technicians and doctors with daily duties, while also going through our extensive training program, where you will learn how to be a full-functioning, fully-trained Veterinary Technician!
Veterinary Technician Assistant skills/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Restraining animals for examinations, nail trims, blood draws etc.Assisting and overseeing technician appointments
Cleaning kennels, restocking inventory and other supplies
Assisting the technicians and/or doctors with various tasks
Walking and feeding animals when needed
Exceptional customer service skills and a willingness to help others
Our belief is to provide our patients with the kind of compassion and superior healthcare that we would expect for our own beloved pets and we want a team member who also believes in this same philosophy.
We are a busy 4-doctor practice. Our brand new clinic features a spacious lobby with a fireplace, coffee bar and 6 examination rooms! Check out our website for a few pictures - www.northtexasvetclinic.com. We have a semi-paperless system with Zoetis and Idexx lab equipment, digital radiography, ultrasound, K-Laser, dental x-ray, Cornerstone software, Smartflow software and state-of-the-art surgery and dental suites.We provide a comfortable and fun-loving work environment with many benefits, including employee pet discounts, paid holidays, paid vacation & retirement packages. Group health insurance is also available. Pay is based on experience, skills and work schedule.
If you are personable, hard-working and work well in a team environment with a willingness-to-serve attitude, then come be a part of this cohesive and caring team!
Benefits We Offer:
- Yearly uniform allowance
- Discount on veterinary care and products for your furry family members
- 401k retirement plan options with company match for all staff over 21 years old
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance options for full-time staff
- Paid time off and paid major holidays for full-time staff
- Life insurance and other benefit options available for full-time staff
- Education discount for staff who desire to become a Licensed Technician (some eligibility requirements)
Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act.
Responsibilities:
How you'll make an impact:
- Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
- Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
- Participate in any special cleaning duties.
- Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
- Maintain excellent client communication.
- Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
- Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
- Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.
- Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
Qualifications:
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
- Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
- The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
- The employee must also be confident around pets.
We put people first and never compromise on our values.
Apply today for immediate consideration!
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.