Veterinary Assistant/Front Desk

Veterinary Assistant/Front Desk Elkridge, MD Job Details Part-time | Full-time $16 - $19 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Pet care Patient comfort Record keeping Medical equipment sterilization Medication administration Pet grooming Medical scheduling Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Medical administrative support Disinfection procedures Dog handling Animal handling Animal care Front desk Animal welfare Medical equipment cleaning Clerical experience Nutrition education Patient emergency assistance Communication skills Veterinary assistant experience Entry level Full Job Description We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant to care for animals and support veterinarians. You'll play an important role in bringing comfort to our furry patients and ensuring the smooth running of our facility. One of the most important Veterinary Assistant responsibilities is to ensure all areas are clean, for animals and humans alike. We'll rely on you to assist the veterinarian in examinations and operations. Do you love animals? Then you're halfway there. You need the ability to care for them properly - that's one of the most important Vet Assistant job requirements. This includes knowledge of routine tasks, like feeding or bathing animals, but also readiness to care for injured or scared animals that might occasionally lash out. If you're organized, quick on your feet and have the stomach to help with medical operations and euthanasia, we'd like to meet you. Responsibilities Feed, groom and weigh animals Clean cages and bathe animals Sterilize equipment and clean examination tables and rooms Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations Soothe upset or frightened animals Administer medication prescribed by veterinarians (e.g. by mixing it with food) Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Vet Help in cases of emergencies Handle administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or calling patients in the examination room by priority Keep accurate records and logs Reassure clients that their pets are being cared for and explain issues Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare Skills Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position working with animals Experience in an administrative role is a plus Current or former pet ownership is an advantage Excellent communication skills General animal care experience Patient and caring personality Ability to follow instructions properly Comfortable being around animals (cats & dogs.) Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g. lift up to 40 lbs) Availability to occasionally work in emergencies High school diploma; a certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program is a plus

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Elkridge, MD 21075 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Elkridge, MD 21075: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person