Veterinary Assistant
American Veterinary Group
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- Location
- Lincolnton, NC
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 15
- 5 days ago
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About the company
American Veterinary Group
Veterinary · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
What you'll do
- Prior Customer Service Experience
- Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
What you need
- Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude
- Be compassionate/caring
- Can work individually, as well as on a team
- Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with team mates is required
- Prior experience preferred
- This position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.
Key skills
multi-taskorganizational skillswork individuallywork on a team
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Perks
- paid time off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition assistance
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Our hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. Our next team member will be an energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills. Must be willing to work flexible hours and some weekends.Ideal CandidateWill have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitudeBe compassionate/caring Can work individually, as well as on a teamExcellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with team mates is requiredPrior experience preferredThis position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.Skills, Knowledge, & ExpertisePrior Customer Service ExperienceMust be able to lift 40 lbs.BenefitsHealth Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options) 401k MatchGenerous paid time off (PTO)Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity LeaveOne (1) Work/Life Balance day offShort-term and long-term disability optionsSupplemental insurance optionsDiscounted Veterinary CareScrub allowance Hands-on and E-training Professional growth opportunities Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students