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Tractor Supply Company
Veterinary Clinic Assistant - VIP Petcare
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$33,297 / year median in Tennessee
+29% projected growth
Job Description
Veterinary Clinic Assistant - VIP Petcare
- Overall Job Summary
- Provides convenient and affordable pet health and wellness products and veterinary services to pets and their families through retail and ecommerce channels across the country. This position reports to the VIP Petcare team.
- Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)
- Collect payment, dispense and label medication, and review discharge paperwork with pet parents
- Safely restrain / hold pets for wellness procedures including vaccines, nail trims and microchipping
- Collect and prepare blood and fecal samples for laboratory testing
- Drive vans to and from clinics responsibly; load and unload the vans upon arrival and departure (Community Clinics)
- Make recommendations for services and products to every pet, every time, based on the pet's lifestyle and an understanding of canine and feline diseases
- Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment by disinfecting surfaces and equipment between each pet
- Ability to execute inventory processes by maintaining accurate product counts and managing expiration dates for vaccines and products
- Promote a culture of safety in your clinic and live our values while reinforcing our brand promise with pet parents, partners, and team members
- Provide customer service to pet parents by answering questions and assisting them through the clinic process
- Achieve goals as set by your manager including dollars per pet, pets per clinic, preferred product and microchips sold
- Scan pets for microchips
- Prepare canine and feline vaccines
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with pet parents and partners
- Other duties as assigned
- Required Qualifications
- _Experience_ : Must be 18 years of age or older with a valid driver's license and VIP Petcare Pass MVR Check with reliable transportation to and from work. Previous customer service sales experience. _Education_ : High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities
- Present professional appearance and positive conduct
- Punctuality and dependability highly valued
- Navigate computer software (iPad, Bluetooth devices and more)
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Ability to work within a team to meet team goals and objectives
- Comfort level in approaching host location's customers to educate about our clinics
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Working Conditions
- + Must be able to drive a company vehicle for long hours and in various terrain and weather conditions.
- Physical Requirements
- + Sitting + Standing (not walking) + Walking + Kneeling/Stooping/Bending + Driving a vehicle + Lifting up to 10 pounds + Lifting up to 20 pounds + Lifting up to 50 pounds
- Disclaimer
- _This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor._
- Company Info
- At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success.
ALREADY A TEAM MEMBER?
- You must apply or refer a friend through our internal portal Click here (https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/sf/home?company=tractorsup)
CONNECTION
- Our Mission and Values are more than just words on the wall - they're the one constant in an ever-changing environment and the bedrock on which we build our culture. They're the core of who we are and the foundation of every decision we make. It's not just what we do that sets us apart, but how we do it. Learn More
EMPOWERMENT
- We believe in managing your time for business and personal success, which is why we empower our Team Members to lead balanced lives through our benefits and total rewards offerings. For full-time and eligible part-time TSC and Petsense Team Members. We care about what you care about! Learn More
OPPORTUNITY
- A lot of care goes into providing legendary service at Tractor Supply Company, which is why our Team Members are our top priority. Want a career with a clear path for growth? Your Opportunity is Out Here at Tractor Supply and Petsense. Learn More Join Our Talent Community
Nearest Major Market:
- Nashville