Overnight Veterinary Assistant - Emergency Veterinary Hospital of Springfield

• The Veterinary Assistant supports and assists the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians, ensuring the
• safety of pets and clients, and the continuity of quality veterinary care. They work to keep pets safe and
• comfortable during their visit.

WHAT YOU’LL DO (Essential Functions)

• Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service,

and Fun

• Clean, disinfect, and prepare exam rooms, medical equipment, and surgery between each

appointment

• Obtain initial patient information, medical histories, vaccination records, and the reason for the

pet’s visit. Document patient information, and update records

• Calm, soothe, comfort, and restrain pets before, during, and after procedures
• Take note on examination results and updates records as directed by veterinarians
• Provide the owners education, resources and information on how best to care for pets in general, at

the Veterinarian’s direction, for specific conditions, and after various procedures

• Monitor and track pet’s physical status and vital signs following surgery
• Monitor, record, and report the physical condition and vital signs of the hospitalized and boarded

pets

• Clean and disinfect cages, pens, runs, and boarding areas
• Feed, water, bathe, and exercise pets during their visit
• Respond to general questions from clients
• Perform and set up procedures that do not require Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician

assistance

• Examine pets, performing basic health checks, looking for signs of disease, illness, or injury, and

treat them under the direction of the Veterinarian

• May administer medication, perform routine laboratory tests, fill prescriptions, and educate client

on use and side effects of medication under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician

• Provide professional, efficient, quality care and exceptional service to clients while maintaining

maximum productivity

• Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the

delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to pets

• Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards of care
• Perform other duties as requested

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (Essential Qualifications)

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required

Professional Licenses/Certifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program preferred

Experience

• One year of experience in a pet care setting preferred

Skills, Ability and Knowledge

• Broad knowledge of animal science
• Basic knowledge of pharmacology
• Proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word and

industry internet sites

• Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented

approach

• Basic mathematical skills to ensure the administration of accurate drug and fluid doses
• Basic analytical, critical thinking, judgement, and problem-solving skills
• Compassion and empathy for both pets and pet owners
• Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate, and

tactful manner

• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including managing multiple priorities
• Handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Maintain a calm demeanor in a work environment that fluctuates from orderly to fast paced

and stressful

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. The
• team member must frequently use a computer for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities are
• required to do this job including close vision. This position requires walking, standing, and sitting for
• long periods of time. May be exposed to low to moderate noise levels as well as
• disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, pet dander, and excretions. May experience aggressive,
• frightened, abused or injured pets that bite and scratch. This position requires exerting up to 30
• pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds frequently, and/or 10 pounds constantly in order to
• lift, carry, pull or move objects. Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• For more information about our hospital, please visit emergencyvethosp.com
• To apply, please contact Mary Lawson at [email hidden] or apply at careers.lakefieldvet.com.
• Pay Range: $20-25.00

Benefits

PTO

Employee Assistance Program

401K

Medical

Dental

Vision

• Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, long-term care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Employer Paid Life and AD&D
• Eligible for performance-based bonus

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities