OverviewIndian Ridge Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a Full Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Location: 1100 Indian Trail Dr. #4659 Kingsport, Tennessee 37660 Shift Details: We are open Monday - Friday 7:30am - 6pm, rotating Saturday 7:30am - 12pm. Compensation: $14-18/hr (increases with commensurate experience!) At Indian Ridge Animal Hospital, our mission is to provide the highest quality medical and surgical veterinary care to our patients while providing our clients with education and assistance in all aspects of pet health, animal care and ownership, including public health awareness. We strive to exceed our clients' expectations by treating owners and their pets with respect, honesty, and compassion and treating all animals as if they were our own. Our veterinary services are provided in a clean, safe, and friendly environment and our goals are to work as a team, complementing each others' talents and retaining a positive attitude. Benefits we offer: Medical, vision and dental benefits package. 401k program with company match starting day 1! A yearly scrub allowance for all employees. Yearly bonus opportunities! Customized learning and developmental opportunities! 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. ResponsibilitiesHow 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.
QualificationsRequired 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.