Veterinary Assistant/Technician
Company: Forever Pet Dental - Beaverton
Location: Portland
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
The Veterinary Assistant assists the veterinarians with patient
care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, prepares
prescriptions, educates clients regarding veterinary care and
procedures, and assists with dental related surgical procedures at
the Veterinary Hospital. The Veterinary Assistant operates under
the supervision of the Hospital Manager, lead CVT and
Veterinarians. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: --- Perform physical exams,
treatments, and administer medication as directed by the
veterinarian ---- Prep and assist in diagnostic, medical, and
surgical procedures ---- Triage patients, perform physical exams,
and gather brief medical histories ---- Operate and maintain
hospital equipment, i.e., EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales,
syringe pump, anesthetic monitors and machines
--- Anesthetize animals and monitor anesthesia under the direction
and supervision of the veterinarian ---- Communicate with
clients/owners about the status of patients, as directed by the
veterinarian ---- Fill prescriptions/administer medications,
including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled
drugs ---- Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms (after each patient),
reception areas, hospital grounds, and treatment areas, as needed
--- Clean cages, as needed --- Do laundry --- Communicate patient
status with oncoming staff and veterinarians, and update records
and financial information, as needed, in the computer ---- Display
confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing
severe stress, illness, and/or pain --- Communicate and approach
job duties in a mature manner --- Foster teamwork approach and work
well with all levels of hospital team members ---- Answer phones
and perform other reception duties as needed by the hospital
---- Understand and limit the potential exposure to bites,
scratches, and potential injuries
---- Understand that employees in this role are exposed to various
cleaning solutions and other chemicals, odors, noises, and animal
wastes and behave in a professional manner when dealing with these
conditions - KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Keywords: Forever Pet Dental - Beaverton, Portland , Veterinary Assistant/Technician, Professions , Portland, Oregon
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