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Veterinary Assistant Highlands Veterinary Center

Heartland Veterinary Partners · Chesapeake, Virginia, US

Practice We are a dedicated small animal veterinary practice that treats you and your pets like family. We have been serving our animal patients and their fa...

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Practice We are a dedicated small animal veterinary practice that treats you and your pets like family. We have been serving our animal patients and their families for almost 40 years. The veterinarians and staff at our clinic are ready to provide your pet with cutting-edge veterinary medical care. From wellness exams and vaccines to advanced diagnostics and complex surgical procedures, your dog, cat, or ferret will receive high-quality care at our hospital. More about the Role: The Veterinary Assistant assists the veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine in-house laboratory work, and educates clients regarding veterinary care and procedures. 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. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incor...