Veterinary Assistant

Overview Waukesha Walk-In Vet has an opportunity for a full time Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Location:"¯1710 Paramount Dr., Waukesha, WI 53186 At Waukesha Walk-In Vet, we provide services to both companion and exotic pets! We are a fast paced clinic with both walk in and appointment clientele. To ensure all of our furry patients are seen in a timely manner, we keep our appointments open to accommodate all schedules. Each and every member of our staff is highly trained to help in all areas of our hospital. We pride ourselves on our staff's diverse background and training as each of them have something unique to offer. Shift Details: Full time (30+ hours a week). Schedule will include 2-3 weekdays and every other Saturday. We are open Monday - Thursday 8am- 8pm, Friday 9am-7pm, Saturday 9am - 5pm, and closed on Sundays. Compensation: $16 - $19 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.

Created: 2024-10-22