Veterinary Assistant

Overview

Eagle Creek Animal Clinic has an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Eagle Creek Animal Clinic is a full service veterinary clinic offering a wide range of medical services, including examinations, surgery, radiology, ultrasound, behavioral consultation, nutritional counseling, drug-free pain and wellness therapies, specialty referral, and end of life services and care. We pledge to do all we can to maintain and enhance the human animal bond that exists between each pet and its owner by providing the highest level of compassionate care. Our staff and facility is fully equipped to provide quality care for dogs and cats.

Location:7307 38th St, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Schedule: Full-time position (30-40 hours/week) with shifts available within business hours Mon-Fri 7am-7pm and every other Sat 7:30am-1pm. Schedule requires days, evenings and every other Saturday until 1pm.

Pay Range: $15 - $20 / hour based on experience

Benefits we offer:

• Employee discount for veterinary care for your furry family members

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

• A yearly scrub/uniform allowance

• Medical, vision and dental benefit package for full-time staff

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

• Short-term disability insurance provided to all 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.

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