Mission Veterinary Partners

Overview

Foothills Pet Healthcare Clinic is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Location: 111 Healthy Trail. Mount Airy, NC 27020

Shift details: 2-10's and potential to pick up URGENT CARE shifts

Clinic Hours: Monday-Thursday 8a-6p URGENT CARE 6p-8p, Friday 8a-5p, and Saturday 8a-11:30a

Compensation: $13-15/hr VETERINARY EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

At Foothills Pet Healthcare Clinic, our goal is to strengthen the bond between people and their pets by providing medical, surgical, and pet care solutions to pets and pet owners. We are a 4 doctor small animal, full service clinic that utilizes our team members to their fullest potential. You can rest assured that we will work hard to continue to be your first choice for the highest standards of care and the best pet health solutions. Some of the services we offer include orthopedic surgery, rehab, underwater treadmill, holistic medicine, acupuncture and we are looking to expand other services as well. 

Benefits we offer:

• Competitive compensation based on experience and credentials.
• MVP Dream Fund: Profit sharing.
• Medical Benefits package, vacation, 401k (match), scrub allowance, pet discounts & wellness programs.
• Flexible schedule with a focus on culture, wellness & balance.
• Customized learning and developmental opportunities!

Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act. 

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. 

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• 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. 

We put people first and never compromise on our values. 

Apply today for immediate consideration! 

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.