VCA Brickell Animal Hospital
Veterinary Services
VeterinaryAssistantExperienced
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“Veterinary Assistant Experienced at VCA Brickell Animal Hospital. Skills: Veterinary assistance, Client education, Animal husbandry. Assist receptionists with client/patient checking in and checking. Greet clients and pets by name”
Industry & Context.
1 Sat or Sun required, Flexibility in working hours
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Previous experience or training/education working in a veterinary facility, Cross-trained for front office receptionist duties, Telephone and computer skills
Nice to Have
Previous experience or training/education working in a veterinary facility
What You'll Do.
Assist receptionists with client/patient checking in and checking
Greet clients and pets by name
Help new clients fill out registration form
Inform new clients about hospital services
Support reception staff with telephone support
Provide support to reception staff in appointment scheduling
Educate clients on general animal husbandry
Answer non-medical questions
Make certain all patients are kept clean and
Assist in treating hospitalized animals
Continuously monitor all patients admitted to the hospital
Ensure all patients are clearly identified
Assist veterinarians to direct traffic
Organize daily duties and medical-surgical procedures
Participate in client communication and education
Explain administration of medications
Explain follow-up care
Explain diet recommendations
Explain general animal care
Prep animals for aseptic surgery
Maintain sterile conditions in surgery room
Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments
Assist doctor with surgical procedures
Position animals properly for radiographs
Use positioning devices for radiographs
Maintain and care for radiology equipment
Practice safety regulations in radiology
Set up and use Dental Prophylactics unit
Perform routine dental prophylactics
Collect stool and urine samples
Prepare lab request forms
Create prescription labels
Assist in ordering medications and supplies
Maintain proper storage of drugs
Support planned VCA marketing events
Support VCA marketing programs
Present marketing promotions to clients
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Assist receptionists; Support reception staff; Assist veterinarians
Communication Scope
Client education; Telephone support
Full Job Description
**VCA Brickell Animal Hospital** is hiring an **experienced Veterinary Assistant** for a full time opportunity. **Compensation** : $16.00 - $22.50 / hr is based on skill set, and experience. **Schedule** : 4 days on, 3 days off, 1 Sat or Sun required Located in the heart of Miami, FL, VCA Brickell Animal Hospital is a four doctor, full-service veterinary medical facility open 7 days a week. We are committed to providing exceptional care for your pets. Our compassionate and professional team is dedicated to delivering the highest quality medical, surgical, dental, and preventative services to keep your pets healthy and happy. [https://vcahospitals.com/brickell](http://vcahospitals.com/brickell) **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:** • Previous experience or training/education working in a veterinary facility preferred. • Must be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented.” • Excellent communications skills. • Must be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties that will be expected in the job. • Telephone and computer skills are necessary. • Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments and to accept change. **Veterinary assistant Duties:** The following is a list of essential job requirements. This list may be revised at any time and additional duties not listed here may be assigned as needed. Job functions and job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 1\. Client Relations 2\. Nursing Care 3\. Housekeeping/Maintenance 4\. Examinations/Assessments 5\. Record Keeping 6\. Anesthesia 7\. Surgery 8\. Radiology 9\. Dentistry 10\. Laboratory 11\. Pharmacy 12\. Marketing **Client Relations:** * • Agree to incorporate the principles of the VCA Mission Statement, Three Steps of Service and VCA Standards of Client Service in their daily job performance. * • Demonstrate excellent relations with clients/pets in waiting and/or exam rooms: * Assist receptionists with client/patient checking in and checking out of hospital. * Ensur
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