Thrive Pet Healthcare Chula Vista , CA 91909
Posted 2 months ago
ER Exam Room/Veterinary Assistant
The ER Exam Room/Veterinary Assistant performs a vital role in our practice, is responsible for assisting the Technicians and Client Service Rep in providing supportive patient care and client service as well as maintaining a clean hospital environment. Candidate must have a compassionate, caring and understanding attitude. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following.
Role Responsibilities:
Assist and follow directions of CSR supervisor, Lead Techs and Doctors.
Safely retrain patients for examination, procedures and ultrasounds.
Properly disconnect/reconnect patients from intravenous fluids.
Be familiar with fluid pumps and troubleshooting alarms.
Assist in setting up to take radiographs using proper safety precautions.
Perform basic laboratory tests such as a CBC/CHEM/Lytes and PCV's.
Keep all areas, including reception, exam rooms, treatment sinks, floors, cages, etc. clean at all times.
Load clients and patients into exam rooms.
Answer phone as needed
Maintain communication with CSR's regarding patient care.
Complete training and continuing education assignments on schedule.
Required shifts may be scheduled on nights, weekends, and holidays. You may be required to work beyond regularly scheduled shifts at times due to an unexpectedly heavy emergency caseload.
Experience & Technical skills:
Credentials as a Veterinary Assistant.
Veterinary experience desirable but not a must.
Animal restraint experience.
Ability to multi-task and work well with others.
Accountable
Self-motivated.
Detail-oriented.
Able to remain calm in stressful situations.
Be capable of working on your feet for extended periods of time.
Our team enjoys working together and we have a positive, professional and upbeat working environment.
We have a progressive benefits package for full-time team members including:
Health Insurance
Vision and Dental Insurance
401k with employer contribution
PTO
Annual Continuing Education support through free courses, CE credits
Personal pet discounts.
And much more!
Hourly Wage: $18-$19/hour depending on experience and skill set. Schedule: Full time - Must have a weekend day availability. Ability to work mornings and swing shifts is a plus.
Thrive Pet Healthcare