Part-Time Veterinary Assistant

Part-Time Veterinary Assistant North Port St Lucie Animal Hospital - 3.1 Port Saint Lucie, FL Job Details Part-time 6 days ago Benefits 401(k) matching Qualifications Pet care Collaborate with healthcare professionals Direct patient care Customer communication Medical equipment sterilization Customer service Patient safety Organizational skills Stocking Managing patient records Communication skills Entry level Animal restraint Full Job Description Description Our hospital is seeking a Part-Time 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. Ideal Candidate Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills Be compassionate/caring Willing to work flexible hours including weekends Can work individually, as well as on a team Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise Prior Customer Service Experience Must be able to lift 40 lbs. This position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws. Benefits 401k Match Discounted Veterinary Care Scrub allowance Hands-on and E-training Professional growth opportunities About North Port St. Lucie Animal Hospital North Port St. Lucie Animal Hospital (NPSLAH) has been serving the greater Port St. Lucie area on the Space Coast of Florida with the same attention to quality, affordability, and friendly service for decades. Our family-friendly hospital offers advanced diagnostics, cold laser therapy, dentistry, surgery, boarding, and a welcoming highly-trained staff to care for all of our patients' needs. The staff at NPSLAH is committed to our community, regularly attending events with the Humane Society of St. Lucie County and acting as the official sponsor of "Klutch", the St. Lucie Mets mascot.