What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Blaine Family Veterinary Hospital?
Overview
Blaine Family Veterinary Hospital is looking for a part time Veterinary Assistant/Patient Care Coordinator to join our growing team!
Location:
10617 University Ave NE
Blaine, MN 55343
Compensation:
$16-$20/hour
This is a hybrid role that will include some clinical as well as client facing duties. Ideal candidates will have a mix of experience that includes both medical and customer service proficiency.
The team at Blaine Family Vet is a group of highly trained and experienced veterinary medicine providers. Whether preventative care or solving a health issue, we’re here to provide the pets we serve with the best available veterinary care. Our compassionate team of animal lovers offers a wide range of services including wellness exams, vaccinations, dentistry, surgery, and radiology. You can view additional services here.
Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act.
Responsibilities
How you'll make an impact:
- Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
- Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
- Participate in any special cleaning duties.
- Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
- Maintain excellent client communication.
- Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
- Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
- Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.
- Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
- Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
- The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
- The employee must also be confident around pets.
We put people first and never compromise on our values.
Apply today for immediate consideration!
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $16 - $20