Veterinary Assistant/Customer Service Representative - Plymouth Heights Pet Hospital at Lakefield Veterinary Group

United StatesFull-timeVeterinary AssistantPosted 12 days ago

About the Role

Do you want to spend your days covered in hair and toenails? Do you love playing with blood and urine? Are you looking for laughter, a fun, family-oriented, and collaborative team environment? Most importantly, do you want to make a difference in the lives of animals and their pet parents? At Plymouth Heights Pet Hospital, we strive to do just that every day! We currently have an opening for a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant/Customer Service Representative at our busy, AAHA-accredited, six-doctor practice. If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your skills while working with a supportive and dedicated team, this could be the right place for you. We are a full-service veterinary practice committed to providing high-quality medical care to our patients and exceptional service to their families. At Plymouth Heights Pet Hospital, we fully utilize our support team's skills and talents and encourage everyone to contribute to a supportive, collaborative, and positive work environment. <h3 class="x1yc453h x1c3i2sq x1gtpwm6 x7amdea x1i21sxh xladpa3 x1iykcro xma8rkl x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1fv8qjw x1a024ua x14l7nz5 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj">We are looking for someone who is:</h3> <ul class="xonam98 x1epdd7z xemmon1 xn020vs xfl32do xluzp7q x1yc453h x38giro xat24cr x1xobyvs x1fv8qjw xdj266r xrxpjvj x1bxe5rh"> <li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6"> Positive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated </li> <li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6"> A dependable team player who enjoys working collaboratively </li> <li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6"> Detail-oriented and organized </li> <li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6"> Articulate and comfortable communicating with clients and coworkers </li> <li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6"> Passionate about providing excellent customer and patient care </li> <li class="x1datfip xp5n6w9 x2xbuc6"> Eager to learn and grow professionally </li> </ul> If you love animals, enjoy working with people, and don't mind a little hair, toenails, blood, and urine along the way, we'd love to hear from you!     POSITION SUMMARY: The Veterinary Assistant/Customer Service Representative supports and assists the Veterinarians and Veterinary Team, ensuring the safety of pets and clients, and the continuity of quality veterinary care. They work to keep pets safe and comfortable during their visit. WHAT YOU’LL DO (Essential Functions): • Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun • Clean, disinfect, and prepare exam rooms, medical equipment, and surgery between each appointment • Obtain initial patient information, medical histories, vaccination records, and the reason for the pet’s visit. Document patient information, and update records • Calm, soothe, comfort, and restrain pets before, during, and after procedures • Take note on examination results and updates records as directed by veterinarians• Provide the owners education, resources and information on how best to care for pets in general, at the Veterinarian’s direction, for specific conditions, and after various procedures • Monitor and track pet’s physical status and vital signs following surgery • Monitor, record, and report the physical condition and vital signs of the hospitalized and boarded pets • Clean and disinfect cages, pens, runs, and boarding areas • Feed, water, bathe, and exercise pets during their visit • Respond to general questions from clients • Perform and set up procedures that do not require Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician assistance • Examine pets, performing basic health checks, looking for signs of disease, illness, or injury, and treat them under the direction of the Veterinarian • May administer medication, perform routine laboratory tests, fill prescriptions, and educate client on use and side effects of medication under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician • Provide professional, efficient, quality care and exceptional service to clients while maintaining maximum productivity • Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to pets • Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of care • Perform other duties as requested WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (Essential Qualifications): Education: • High School Diploma or GED required Professional Licenses/Certifications: • Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program preferred Experience: • One year of experience in a pet care setting Preferred Skills, Ability and Knowledge: • Broad knowledge of animal science • Basic knowledge of pharmacology • Proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word and industry internet sites • Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach • Basic mathematical skills to ensure the administration of accurate drug and fluid doses • Basic analytical, critical thinking, judgement, and problem-solving skills • Compassion and empathy for both pets and pet owners • Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate, and tactful manner • Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy • Strong organizational and time management skills, including managing multiple priorities • Handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretion • Maintain a calm demeanor in a work environment that fluctuates from orderly to fast paced and stressful WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. The team member must frequently use a computer for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities are required to do this job including close vision. This position requires walking, standing, and sitting for long periods of time. May be exposed to low to moderate noise levels as well as disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, pet dander, and excretions. May experience aggressive, frightened, abused or injured pets that bite and scratch. This position requires exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds frequently, and/or 10 pounds constantly in order to lift, carry, pull or move objects. Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities ABOUT LAKEFIELD VETERINARY GROUP  We believe exceptional veterinary care starts with exceptional people.   We partner with hospitals across the country to preserve what makes each practice special - its people, culture, and connection to community - while providing the operational support and resources that allow teams to thrive.   As we grow, we are committed to creating an environment where team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to deliver outstanding care.    Our Values  Our culture is built on five core values that guide how we work and serve:  <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Respect </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">Learning </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1">Do the Right Thing </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Wow Service </li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1">Fun </li> </ul> If these resonate with you, you’ll fit right in.    Equal Employment Opportunity  Lakefield Veterinary Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and applicants.  <div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Compensation Range</div><div class="pay-range">$17—$19 USD</div></div></div>

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