Join the Excitement at Animal Care Center in Mount Vernon, WA!
Animal Care Center seeks an exceptional Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our AAHA-accredited, small animal veterinary hospital. We are the leaders in pet health care in the Mount Vernon area, providing a wide range of services, from routine vaccinations to advanced surgical procedures.
At Animal Care Center, we take pride in our AAHA accreditation, which reflects our commitment to providing the highest standard of care. Our facility is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities, including modern equipment, a cloud-based computer system for seamless communication, a Cubex pharmacy system for controlled drugs, ultrasound capabilities, digital radiography (including dental radiographs), an in-house IDEXX lab suite for quick diagnostics, and a comprehensive anesthesia monitoring system to ensure the safety and well-being of our patients.
Job Summary
The Veterinary Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the well-being of pets, educating clients, and maintaining the highest standards of veterinary care.
Key Responsibilities
- Demonstrate proficiency in applying technical skills acquired through education and experience, which includes expertise in surgery, dentistry, laboratory procedures, venipuncture, proper restraint techniques, and strict adherence to established protocols for maintaining a sterile and safe environment.
- Contribute to the day-to-day efficiency and smooth operation of the hospital.
- Utilize exceptional communication skills to engage with team members and clients effectively.
- Maintain thorough and accurate medical charting for all patients, consistently meeting hospital quality control standards.
- Educate clients about Wellness Plans, offering guidance on pet care and overall health as appropriate.
- Assume responsibility for select reception duties, such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and facilitating patient intake and discharge.
- Obtain pertinent medical history and patient information.
- Assist in managing hospital supplies, including inventory tracking and restocking as necessary.
- Ensure the completion of all assigned hospital duties before the end of each shift.
- Act as an advocate for the overall success and performance of the hospital.
Required Skills and Knowledge
- Enhance and acquire new veterinary technical skills such as proficiency in anesthesia, surgical assistance, and dentistry.
- Work independently and exercise good judgment.
- Remain action-oriented and effectively set priorities.
- Work well in an extremely fast-paced work environment, remaining calm and resilient.
- Exhibit proactive initiative in addressing tasks and challenges as they arise.
- Complete work, maintaining a high level of accuracy while managing constant interruptions.
- Learn new computer software systems (EMR, Scheduling, etc.).
- Provide a high level of accountability.
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 6+ months of experience in the veterinary industry.
- Completion of an NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities (preferred).
Work Location, Environment, and Physical Requirements
- The Vet Assistant position is performed onsite at our hospital or at an approved offsite event location. Remote work is not available for this position.
- Hospital environment includes limited space, smells from pet waste, and noise (barking, etc.).
- Good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read information.
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
- Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb.
Commitment to Diversity
WellHaven is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WellHaven is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state, and/or local laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including transgender status), marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, age, military or veteran status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other status protected by law.
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