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Mission Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Assistant

Mission Veterinary Partners, Irmo, South Carolina, United States, 29063

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Overview

Part-Time Veterinary Assistant

Well Pets Veterinary Clinic - Irmo, SC 1201 Lake Murray Blvd, Irmo, SC 29063

About Us Well Pets Veterinary Clinic is an

AAHA-accredited

animal hospital with extended

Urgent Care hours , operating in a

state-of-the-art facility . We pride ourselves on exceptional patient care and client service. Our

comprehensive training program

supports all experience levels, and our

employee pet benefit program

helps team members care for their own pets.

Position Overview We're seeking a

compassionate, dependable Part-Time Veterinary Assistant

to join our dedicated team. Whether you're experienced or new to the field, we'll help you succeed through hands-on training and ongoing support.

Key Responsibilities Support veterinarians and technicians in daily care of patients Provide excellent client service and communication Maintain a clean and organized work environment Handle animals safely and compassionately Assist with lab work using

Zoetis

equipment Use

Evet

software for documentation and scheduling Requirements

Comfortable working with both animals and people Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work well under pressure in a team environment Available for

weekend ,

evening , and

holiday

shifts Compensation $15-$21/hour (based on experience)

Ready to make a difference in pet lives while growing your skills in a supportive environment? Apply now to join the Well Pets team!

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. Perform clinic upkeep as directed. Perform equipment maintenance as directed. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Prior experience in a veterinary environment required - 5 or more years. Management experience preferred - 2 or more years. 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. Physical Requirements:

The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time. The employee must be Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high. The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances. The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment. The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to

benefits@mvetpartners.com

and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.