Veterinary Assistant

Company: American Veterinary Group
Location: Coral Springs
Posted on: May 10, 2022

Job Description:

Riverside Animal Hospital has been servicing the Coral Springs area for many years! We are a multi-doctor progressive practice that offers services such as surgery, dentistry (using digital dental x-rays), digital x-ray and so much more! Our staff is friendly and knowledgeable and treats everyone like family. If you are looking for that personal touch to make you feel like home, we are your animal hospital!Our hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. Our next team member will be an energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills. Must be willing to work flexible hours and some Saturdays.Ideal Candidate:Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitudeBe compassionate/caringCan work individually, as well as on a teamExcellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with teammates is requiredPrior experience preferredBenefits:Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options) 401k plan optionsGenerous paid time off (PTO)Short-term and long-term disability optionsSupplemental insurance optionsDiscounted Veterinary CareCorporate discount program Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!Requirements:Prior Customer Service experienceMust be able to lift 40 lbsCoral Springs is a suburb of Fort Lauderdale with a population of over 100,000, offering residents a suburban feel with access to all that Fort Lauderdale has to offer. With close proximity to the beaches, restaurants, art scene, and nightlife, it's no wonder that CNN Money ranked Coral Springs as one of the Best Places to Live in the United States (2010)!

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