Part-Time Veterinary Assistant

This is an opening for

PART-TIME

position, with potential to temporarily gain more hours this fall. The working hours will primarily be in the afternoons Mon/Tues/Friday 1pm-6pm, Thursdays 2pm-8pm. Some Saturday mornings are possible. College students are welcome to apply. Veterinary Assistants are a key team member in day-to-day operations of the clinic. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to: Obtaining accurate patient history Assisting the doctor on duty during the physical exam Aiding in animal restraint Educating clients on basic pet care Running lab tests as directed by doctor on duty Helping perform radiographs Invoicing patient procedures and appointments Filling/ re-filling patient prescriptions as directed by doctor on duty Cleaning exam rooms following every exam Maintaining steady laundry flow Maintaining a clean pharmacy area Presenting treatment plans to clients (estimates) Checking in and putting away inventory orders

Requirements/Responsibilities Qualifications:

The ideal candidate for this role will have a flexible schedule, preferably have veterinary experience, and will have a minimum of a high school diploma.

Skills Required:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment Capable of standing for extended period of time Capable of lifting at least ~50lbs safely Strong organizational skills with attention to detail Comfortable handling phone calls, scheduling, and managing multiple tasks at once Compassionate and professional demeanor with clients and their pets Ability to remain calm and helpful in stressful or emotional situations Proficiency with computers and willingness to learn veterinary software systems Team-oriented attitude and willingness to assist wherever needed Special Instructions Please do not send any emails, resumes, or call. We are making it really easy to apply for this position. Simply submit a ZippyApp application package which may include the Common Employment Application, Resume, and a Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter, please write a short paragraph describing yourself and why you would make a great addition to our team. ZippyApp is the Common Employment Application for online and mobile that allows you to apply for jobs with one click, and is being accepted at a growing number of businesses each day.