Job Description

Overview:

Bemidji Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team!

Bemidji Veterinary Hospital has been a part of the community since the 1940s! Our hospital offers a variety of services including dental care, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, end of life care, dermatology, exotic care and so much more! We offer medical options that best meet the needs of our clients and patients. We are a team based hospital and veterinary assistants work closely with doctors, technicians, customer service representatives and kennel staff.

Ideal candidate will have a background in small animal care, or working with animals in some capacity. A mix of experience that includes both medical and customer service proficiency is preferred. All employees are cross-trained and everyone shares the workload.

Location: 3610 Comfort Dr NW, Bemidji, MN 56601

Compensation: $17 - $18/hr (depending on experience)

Shift Details : 4 days/week with some weekends required.

Benefits We Offer:
Yearly uniform allowance
Discount on veterinary care and products for your furry family members
401k retirement plan options with company match for all staff over 21 years old
Medical, vision, and dental insurance options for full-time staff
Paid time off and paid major holidays for full-time staff
Life insurance and other benefit options available for full-time staff
Customized learning and developmental opportunities!

Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of a n 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 p atience 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 .

Bemidji Veterinary Hospital & Boarding Kennel

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Immediate start, Shift work, Weekend work,

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