Veterinary Assistant Position Available In Orange, North Carolina

Veterinary Assistant 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars 51 Vickers Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517 Description Our hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files. Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. Our next team member will be an energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills. Must be willing to work flexible hours and some weekends. Ideal Candidate Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude Be compassionate/caring Can work individually, as well as on a team Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with team mates is required Prior experience preferred Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise Prior Customer Service Experience Must be able to lift 40 lbs. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options) 401k Match Generous paid time off (PTO) Six (6) weeks of paid Parental Leave One (1) Work/Life Balance day off Short-term and long-term disability options Supplemental insurance options Discounted Veterinary Care Scrub allowance Hands-on and E-training Professional growth opportunities Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students About Dogwood Veterinary Hospital & Pet Resort Dogwood Veterinary Hospital and Pet Resort has been serving the Chapel Hill community since 2007. We are a multi-doctor, AAHA-accredited practice and we pride ourselves on our top notch customer service and community presence. Our practice is equipped with advanced equipment, including digital x-ray, ultrasound, therapy laser, and digital dental x-ray. We are a full service hospital that offers our clients resort boarding, daycare and professional grooming.