Veterinary Assistant

Health & Harmony Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Health & Harmony uniquely blends western & eastern medicine for an integrative approach to treat illness and maintain optimal health through all stages of life. We view our clients and their companion animals as our family. This makes patient care, client education and open communication a top priority among our doctors and staff members. We are proud to be one of two pro-claw clinics in the Columbus area that ethically opposes the declawing of cats. Additionally, we work closely with local nonprofit rescue and animal welfare organizations to improve the lives of all animals within our community.

*Surgery experience preferred*

Location: 1117 W 1st Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43212

Shift Details: This is a Full-Time position (30+ hours/week). Schedule would be four days per week, 9-10 hour shifts with rotating Saturday shifts.

Pay Range: $16 - $17/hour

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

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.

Perform clinic upkeep as directed.

Perform equipment maintenance as directed.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Prior experience in a veterinary environment required - 5 or more years.

Management experience preferred - 2 or more years.

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 pacedenvironment.

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 dutiesproficiently.

The employee must also be confident around pets.

Physical Requirements:

The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.

The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.

The employee must be Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.

The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.

The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans withDisabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order toperform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to andlet us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administeredwithout regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any otherbasis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed tocreating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Regular Full-Time