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Experienced Veterinary Assistant - 4+ years
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Dupont Veterinary Clinic
Washington, DC (In Person)
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Experienced Veterinary Assistant - 4+ years Washington, DC 20036 Full-time Full-time No Corporation! Private paractice for over 34 years!!! Please do not apply unless you have 4+ years of experience as a Vet Assistant with a consecutive work history. Our five-doctor small animal clinic is looking for a veterinary assistant who can make clients and pets feel right at home! You would join a team of 20+ with an average tenure of over 4 years. Several team members have been with our company for over 20 years. Our technical staff, client servcie, and veterinarians work closely together and enjoy a fun, respectful working environment where every voice is valued. All of our team members are integral to the growth and success of our business. We are looking for candidates who are creative, independent, and big-picture thinkers. This position would be responsible for assisting doctors and technicians during exams, sedated procedures, and surgeries. Knowledge of restraint (exams, radiographs, blood draws, nail trims, ear cleanings), ability to take temperatures, heart rates, and respiratory rates, and to administer oral medications (tablets/capsules and liquids) is appreciated. Other responsibilities include walking in-hospital patients, checking in patients for exams, or in-hospital procedures, general cleaning, stocking and laundry. Our assistants can improve their knowledge and skills through monthly in-house and annual in-person continuing educational opportunities. Once trained, assistants may monitor patients under anesthesia, draw blood, perform technical procedures (nail trim, anal gland expression, ear cleaning, oral Bordetella administration, etc.), fill prescriptions, and perform other tasks. This provides our assistants a pathway towards promotion to a veterinary technician if that is your goal. For those looking to apply to veterinary school, this position offers insight into the everyday lives of our veterinarians. We use Cornerstone for our practice management software and the most up-to-date Idexx analyzers in our lab. Radiographs are taken on Idexx's newest digital software. At Dupont Veterinary Clinic, we promote collaboration across departments by hosting events in and outside the practice, such as lunches, holiday events, and after-hours get-togethers. We also provide snacks and beverages in our break room to keep your energy up in this busy environment. If you want to work in a busy yet fun environment in a great neighborhood while helping residents care for their pets, this is an excellent entry point to our profession. Caring for a kitten/puppy of your favorite breed will definitely brighten up your day. Experience required.