What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at American Veterinary Group?
Pet Care Center has been serving the Montgomery area for numerous years! we are a multi-doctor practice with multiple technicians. PCC is well staffed to see canine, feline, exotic, and pocket pet clients. We have digital radiographs, ultrasound, surgical laser, endoscopy, a dedicated surgery suite, and we use AviMark. We are also feline friendly and offer 24-hour patient hospitalization, but are just across the street from an ER facility!
Our hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.
The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.
Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. Our next team member will be an energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills. Must be willing to work flexible hours and some Saturdays.
\n- Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude
- Be compassionate/caring
- Can work individually, as well as on a team
- Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with teammates is required
- Prior experience preferred
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
- 401k plan options
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Short-term and long-term disability options
- Supplemental insurance options
- Discounted Veterinary Care
- Corporate discount program
- Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!
- Prior Customer Service experience
- Must be able to lift 40 lbs
Montgomery is one of the most important cities in the US, full of American history, arts, and culture. Whether you are passing through the historic district, attending the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, or visiting one of the nature centers or zoo, there is something to do for everyone. Less than three hours from Florida beaches and Atlanta, Georgia, the city is in a convenient location if you want to take a trip. With a job market on the rise and an affordable cost of living, Alabama's capital city is a great place to call home.