Job Description
Job Description
The Surgery Department at Sugar Land Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Veterinary Careis looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant that has a desireto expand their knowledge and skill level as an assistant. We're looking for a highly motivated and flexible person to add to the team as we're growing.
Essential duties and responsibilities (others may be assigned as needed)
Patient care (performed AFTER training)
Animal restraint
Aseptic preparation techniques
Assist technicians and in preparing patients for a variety of surgical procedures
Advanced assistant skills- once trained & under supervision of technician or DVM
Obtaining vitals
Collecting laboratory samples (blood, feces, urine, etc.)
Administering IVmedications
Section Responsibilities
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Cleaning & maintaining of section areaand equipment
Laundry
Restocking supplies in section area
Office supplies
Other section areas when slow
Communicating patient care concerns to technician
Assist in consistent communication throughout the patient care staff
Knowledge & skills needed :
Professional client & patient service / communication skills
Professional oral & written communication skills with staff, doctors & leadership
Professional computer & phone etiquette
Typing & writing skills
Reading comprehension
Time management- Utilizing time effectively and efficiently to accomplish tasks accurately
Initiative & adaptability / flexibility
Accountability
Active learning & critical thinking
Professional appearance
Veterinary Assistant • Sugar Land, TX, US