Veterinary Assistant (PT) Berthoud Animal Hospital en Berthoud Animal Hospital

Berthoud Animal Hospital, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is looking for an experienced part-time Veterinary Assistant to join our Team!  At Berthoud Animal Hospital, we provide quality and compassionate veterinary care to pets in the Berthoud and Loveland, CO areas. Our veterinarians provide services for dogs and cats including wellness care, internal medicine, dentistry, and surgery. Since we established our animal hospital, it has been our mission to serve the pets of the Berthoud, CO community and ensure that they live a long, happy, and healthy life.

Description

Our Veterinary Assistants provide support to the veterinarian and veterinary technician as directed in various areas of the hospital; provide professional and efficient client service. This is a dynamic position that requires flexibility, compassion, and a strong work ethic. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for animals, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Two shifts / approximately 20 hours per week.  Pay Range is $16.00 to $19.00 per hour.

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare exam rooms and assist in appointments with doctors.
• Take history from client. Perform physical assessments and record observations legibly in medical record.
• Educate clients on preventative healthcare recommendations and provide follow up.
• Communicate any patient or client concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Provide and monitor nursing care as requested by veterinarian for patients admitted to hospital, including medications (all routes) and monitoring.

• Admit and discharge patients to hospital by following all admission and discharge protocols. Educate clients on admit/discharge.
• Clean and restock exam rooms, treatment areas, hospital wards and other areas as requested.
• Must have proficient knowledge of practice software for dispensing veterinarian approved medication, patient food, printing treatment sheets, discharge instructions, cage card labels, x ray and lab labels, recording communication with client and doctors, and others as directed by veterinarian.
• Must have clear understanding and enforcement of OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards.
• Perform client callbacks and updates as requested.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital.
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and effectively.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds or heavier.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from veterinarians and senior staff members.
• Compassionate nature and genuine love for animals.
• High School Diploma (or equivalent).

Benefits:

Our part-time employees are eligible to participate in the 401K with a true match up to 4%, the Employee Assistance Program, and receive pet care discounts. 

Berthoud Animal Hospital, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.