Veterinary Assistant lI

Veterinary Assistant in Katy , TX

Kingsland Blvd Animal Clinic is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support our 6 -Doctor practice. Our FT assistants work Monday through Friday and alternate Saturdays with a day off during the week .

Kingsland Blvd Animal Clinic is a patient-centered veterinary hospital offering compassionate care, high-quality medicine, advanced diagnostics, and progressive treatment options for companion animals including dogs, cats, avian and exotic pets. We have become a leader in full-service veterinary care in the Katy area, providing the best in veterinary medical, diagnostic, surgical, and dental care. Our team works with the pet guardian to foster a lifelong relationship through education, wellness care, prevention, and nutrition.

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Advance Your Career

Are you ready to see what's possible? Are you a positive, empathetic person who would be a great addition to any team? If you are seeking an exciting and challenging position in a fun-loving team environment at a well-established, small animal hospital, this position is for you. We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who is passionate about helping clients as they are about helping their furry friends. This position is full-time, but we will consider part-time for the perfect candidate. We offer a schedule with some flexibility and the opportunity to become a leader in our clinic. Our ideal candidate will be a self-starter, a great multitasker, a team player, and have attention to detail.

Job Type : Full-time

Skills Required :

• Knowledge of veterinary hospital practices and procedures
• Ability to gather medical histories and vitals
• Knowledge of in-house labs
• Experience in restraining canine and feline patients
• Experience with phlebotomy, catheter placement, and maintenance
• Preparation and execution of imagery for radiology studies
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Flexible prioritization
• Effective decision making
• Knowledge of medical equipment and terminology
• Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate, and tactful manner
• Knowledge of the generic and brand names, common uses, and side effects of drugs utilized in a veterinary practice

Essential Job Functions :

Assist veterinarians with appointments

Educate clients about wellness and prevention, nutrition, and individual pet health needs

Provide high-quality service to all clients while maintaining maximum productivity

Initiate laboratory, radiology, and treatment procedures

Prepare and monitor patients before, during, and after anesthetic procedures

Administer medications under the direction of a veterinarian

Anticipate the veterinarian and team member needs

Foster a positive working culture built on our values

Perform dental prophylaxis and radiographs

Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to pets

Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of care

Physical Requirements :

Frequent computer use.

Walking / standing for long periods, bending, reaching, grasping, and repetitive motions

Must be able to lift up to 30lbs. unassisted, 75lbs. with assistance

Salary :

This position starts at $17 / hr, pay is based on experience.

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Experience :

6+ months as Veterinary Assistant

Comparable assistant experience

Work Location :

In person