Equine Veterinary Assistant Menlo Park
Primary Location: Menlo Park
We are seeking an Equine Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. Successful candidates will provide exceptional support to veterinarians in their daily schedules by assisting with patient care and performing critical administrative duties. The Veterinary Assistant will work well under time constraints and pressure, being able to maintain a positive attitude and pivot quickly as circumstances and schedules change.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform patient treatments and monitor patients, documenting treatments and patients notes in HVMS
Proactively assist veterinarian with patient care using appropriate protection and safety measures, including (but not limited to) preparing treatment area for patient examination, restraining horses during examination and procedures, assisting with and/or performing diagnostic imaging and treatment, assisting with unloading from and onto trailers
Collect and organize equipment for daily appointments, including restocking of veterinarian vehicle and treatment rooms
Help maintain cleanliness of the practice (when onsite), including but not limited to disinfecting surfaces, cleaning treatment and surgery areas, cleaning drains, stocking feeding stalls, and emptying trash
Perform routine laboratory tests, documenting results and communicating with veterinarian
Assist with preparation of surgical packs, tables, carts, medications, drapes, etc.
Track procedures performed and medications used during appointments, to assist the veterinarian with invoicing and restocking
Perform post-surgical and post-treatment cleaning procedures
Other duties as requested
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Previous equine restraint and handling experience required; prior experience in an equine veterinary practice preferred.
Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build and maintain relationships internally and externally
Superb organizational skills that reflect proven ability to multi-task and own the details
Tech-savvy, adaptable to new software and programs
Resourceful and collaborative team-player
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Proficient in working online
Must pass background check and have clean motor vehicle records history
Math Ability: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, and volume. Ability to apply simple math formulas.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
EXPECTATIONS
To treat other people with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
To be dependable and punctual on working hours scheduled and to be willing to stay beyond scheduled hours if needed.
To be a self-starter and take the required initiative to perform all tasks successfully.
To obtain required knowledge and skills relevant to the job responsibilities.
To promote continuous quality of service improvements.
To maintain confidentiality with regards to client, doctor, and patient information.
To conduct oneself professionally as a representative of Avanti Equine Veterinary Partners, and its network Practices, refraining from inappropriate language and behavior.
To constructively communicate progress, problems or other issues requiring attention to the Operations Manager.
To offer solutions and demonstrate a positive attitude when dealing with clients, supervisors, doctors, owners, and other team members.
To maintain a professional appearance and a courteous attitude.
To contribute to the overall team by utilizing your skills and knowledge to achieve performance excellence.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Ability to walk, stand, bend, kneel, squat, and work outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions.
Ability to safely handle and restrain horses of various ages, sizes, and temperaments.
Ability to work around large animals, medical equipment, biological materials, and veterinary pharmaceuticals.
Ability to enter and exit large trucks multiple times throughout the workday.
DETAILS/BENEFITS
Full-time, hourly position — $19-$23 per hour
Employer contribution to medical insurance
Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Additional voluntary insurance options
401(k) with employer match
Employee assistance program
Paid time off and paid holidays
Employee discount
Referral program
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Steinbeck Peninsula Equine Clinics provides world-class equine healthcare. Our state-of-the-art hospitals, outpatient clinics and mobile services offer preventive, diagnostic, therapeutic and treatment services, in addition to medicine and surgery. We continue to expand our range of services, keeping pace with technology by acquiring leading-edge equipment and expertise.
At Steinbeck Peninsula Equine Clinics, our core values focus on consideration for our clients, colleagues, and fellow team members. We cultivate collaboration by clearly communicating with clients, caregivers, and colleagues, respecting referring veterinarians and encouraging our own team members to engage in dialogue that fosters professional growth and personal work-life balance. We are fueled by and embody compassion in every interaction with our equine patients, as well as with all the people concerned and invested in their wellbeing.
Steinbeck Peninsula Equine Clinics is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.