1411 Veterinary Assistant jobs in Mechanicsville,VA

Office Assistant - Mailroom

City of Richmond, VA

Richmond, VA 23223

Walmart

North Chesterfield, VA 23234

Animal Outpatient Specialty Network

Midlothian, VA 23112

Licensed Veterinary Technician
Experienced Veterinary Assistant
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be able to lift 40 pounds
Dependable attendance is required
Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions
The ability to walk, bend, stand, squat, or reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day
Previous experience or training/ education in a veterinary facility
Must be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented”
Excellent communication skills
Must be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties, telephone and computer skills are necessary
Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques, treatments, and accept change
Phlebotomy (LVT applicants)
IV catheter placement (LVT applicants)
Preparing and restraining animals during procedures
Anesthetic induction (LVT applicants)
Anesthetic monitoring
Assisting with procedures
Suture cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues (LVT applicants)
Apply bandages and/or splints
Wound care
Ability to use a stethoscope and otoscope
Advising pet owners on proper care, etc.
Demonstrate excellent relations with client/ pets in the waiting area and exam rooms
Exceed the client's expectations of service
Compassionate nursing care is the top priority for all patients
Housekeeping/ maintenance
Ability to perform a cursory examination of an animal
Ability to recognize potential patient issues
Clearly communicate your findings to a doctor
Record keeping
Fill prescription and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor, etc.