Veterinary Assistant

Overview

Springfield Veterinary Center has an opportunity for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Location: 4416 Springfield Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060

Shift Details: Full-time position, working 5 days per week (8-hour days) and at least one Saturday per month (8 am-12 pm)

Compensation: $16-$17/hour - 1 year experience preferred

At Springfield Vet Center you're not just an employee; you're part of our family. We understand the importance of work-life balance and believe in supporting one another through thick and thin. Whether it's celebrating birthdays, organizing team outings, or simply lending a listening ear, we're here for each other like family.

We have a Positive Culture; we prioritize positivity in everything we do. From our daily interactions to our long-term goals, maintaining a constructive and uplifting atmosphere is at the core of our culture. We celebrate successes, learn from challenges, and always strive to lift each other up. We believe that great things happen when we work together. Collaboration is not just encouraged; it's ingrained in our DNA. By fostering an environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued, we achieve remarkable results as a team.

Benefits We Offer:

• Yearly uniform allowance

• Discount on veterinary care and products for your furry family members

• 401k retirement plan options with company match for all staff over 21 years old

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance options for full-time staff

• Paid time off and paid major holidays for full-time staff

• Life insurance and other benefit options available for full-time staff

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.