lakefieldveterinarygroup
Veterinary Assistant - PawDoc Urgent Care
PawDoc Urgent Care - Port Orchard, Washington
Sponsorship not specified$21k-$26kDetected 2 days ago
PharmacologyCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingCritical ThinkingTime ManagementMicrosoft Office
About the role
- They work to keep pets safe and comfortable during their visit.
- Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun • Obtain initial patient information, medical histories, vaccination records, and the reason for the pet's visit.
- Monitor, record, and report the physical condition and vital signs of the hospitalized pets • Clean and disinfect cages, pens, runs, and boarding areas
Responsibilities
- Our client-centric approach is designed around convenience and connection.
- Our reception-less, open lobby ensures every client and pet is personally welcomed, while our team takes time to sit down with clients, review care plans, and build trust.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear.
Nice to have
- One year of experience in a pet care setting preferred
Skills
- Broad knowledge of animal science
- Basic knowledge of pharmacology
- Proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word and industry internet sites
- Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach
- Basic mathematical skills to ensure the administration of accurate drug and fluid doses
- Basic analytical, critical thinking, judgement, and problem-solving skills
- Compassion and empathy for both pets and pet owners
- Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate, and tactful manner
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management skills, including managing multiple priorities
Compensation
- Our compensation package includes starting base pay between $21 - $26.
Benefits
- Specific vision abilities are required to do this job including close vision.
- We are looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who shares our core values of Respect, Wow Service, Learning, Fun, and Doing the Right Thing.
Company info
- Obtain initial patient information, medical histories, vaccination records, and the reason for the pet's visit. Document patient information, and update records
- Calm, soothe, comfort, and restrain pets before, during, and after procedures
- Take note on examination results and updates records as directed by veterinarians
- Provide the owners education, resources and information on how best to care for pets in general, at the Veterinarian's direction, for specific conditions, and after various procedures
- Monitor and track pet's physical status and vital signs following surgery
- Monitor, record, and report the physical condition and vital signs of the hospitalized pets
- Clean and disinfect cages, pens, runs, and boarding areas
- Feed, water, bathe, and exercise pets during their visit
- Respond to general questions from clients
- Perform and set up procedures that do not require Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician assistance
- Examine pets, performing basic health checks, looking for signs of disease, illness, or injury, and treat them under the direction of the Veterinarian
- May administer medication, perform routine laboratory tests, fill prescriptions, and educate client on use and side effects of medication under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician
- Provide professional, efficient, quality care and exceptional service to clients while maintaining maximum productivity
- Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to pets
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