Veterinary Assistant

Overview
Sugar Hill Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team!
Location: 5305 GA-20 Sugar Hill, Georgia 30518
Shift Detail: 10hr day shifts with holiday and weekend availability
Compensation: $16 - $19 / hour based on experience
Experience: Preferred 1+ years experience as a Veterinary Assistant
Sugar Hill Animal Hospital is a growing 7-doctor clinic with 70 employees in Buford/Lake Lanier area. We are AAHA Certified with doggie daycare, boarding, grooming, and specialty medicine.
Sugar Hill Animal Hospital is looking for candidates who are self motivated and bring a great deal of positive energy! They must be a team player and have excellent customer service and communication skills. Applicants should be confident handling and restraining animals while using appropriate procedures, and possess the ability to walk animals and able to lift dogs weighing up to 50+ pounds. In addition, regular attendance, timeliness, and strong communication are essential. Also should be able to prioritize and multi-task efficiently. This position requires some Sunday treatments. Must have 2+ years experience as a veterinary assistant.
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
• Education discount for staff who desire to become a Licensed Technician (some eligibility requirements)

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.