Veterinary Assistant - Emergency

The Virginia Veterinary Center in Richmond, VA is hiring a full- time Veterinary Assistant to join our Emergency team!

Shift Details:

• 7am - 7pm (3/12- hour shifts per week)

• Weekend rotational coverage required

Compensation:

• Based on experience & skill set. Starting at $20/hr.

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for conducting triages and physical assessments on incoming patients to prioritize their clinical condition to determine their state of stability for immediate vs. non-emergent care
• Understanding common emergencies and appropriate action steps during time of patient’s initial presentation
• Ability to recognize and facilitate critical patients to getting the care they need in a timely manner if assessed as a critical case during time of triage; Communicating and obtaining approval for Critical Care forms
• Responsible for communicating with clients to obtain adequate medical histories on a patient’s health and presenting complaints
• Provide excellent client service and patient care at all times; maintain constant communication with owners throughout their visit to our hospital;
• Understanding normal vs abnormal vital sign parameters and alerting appropriate team members to decompensating patients whether hospitalized or outpatient
• In between triages, assist licensed technician with outpatient procedures such as, but not limited to, diagnostics, subcutaneous fluid therapy, medication administration
• Assisting in initial hospitalization of patients and their hourly treatments while following proper hospital protocol regarding documentation of treatment sheets and Practice Management Software
• Restraining patients for diagnostic testing and physical examinations
• Completing Client Service Representative training to assist in client service-related tasks such as checking clients in and out, obtaining payments, answering phones, etc.
• Must adhere to guidance and delegation directed to them by their Licensed Staff (DVMs and LVTs)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 6-months Kennel work or previous Veterinary Assisting Experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Speaking directly with clients and other hospital team members, excellent communication skills is valuable and important
• Ability to work in a team environment by taking direction and assisting other medical team members
• Exemplifies a strong work ethic, with a positive attitude
• Able to multitask and work under pressure
• Ability to lift, push, and pull above 50lbs and stand for prolonged periods of time

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Driver’s license and reliable transportation including inclement weather conditions
• 6 months of veterinary experience preferred (but not necessary)
• Excellent communication skills (in person and over phones)
• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude
• Able to multitask and work under pressure
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to new situations
• Ability to act as a team player by engaging in teaching and learning from others
• Maintain a constant level of honesty and integrity
• Ability to lift, push, and pull above 50lbs and stand for prolonged periods of time

Based on employee interest, Veterinary Assistant Certification and/or Licensed Veterinary Technician Program Financial assistance may be available.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.