Veterinary Assistant at Fairview Animal Hospital

Job description

Practice Located in beautiful Maryville TN, Fairview Veterinary Hospital is a full-service veterinary practice that provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to our community and the surrounding area. In addition to routine wellness care for small animals, we also offer many advanced services such as digital radiography, ultrasound, laser therapy, and more. More about the Role: The Veterinary Assistant assists the veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine in-house laboratory work, educates clients regarding veterinary care and procedures, and assists with surgical procedures. Anticipated schedule is 30-40hrs/week. Pay is dependent upon experience and licensure. Competencies: - Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care. - Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providin...