Veterinary Assistant

Crestview Veterinary Clinic on Airport Boulevard is an animal veterinary care facility located in Austin, Texas. We are a full-service animal hospital providing veterinary care to dogs and cats and offer services such as routine medical, surgical, and dental care. We provide patients with comprehensive and emergency care in a calm and relaxing environment. We want our clients and their pets to feel relaxed and comfortable while here. We are committed to exceeding client’s expectations in every way. With a focus on advanced veterinary medicine, we emphasize exceptional service, open communication, and building long-term relationships with clients. If you are a passionate and caring team player, please apply today CRESTVIEW VETERINARY CLINIC IS EXPANDING Would you like the opportunity to be a part of an amazing and supportive veterinary team in a truly positive work environment? At Crestview Veterinary Clinic, we are a full-service, locally owned practice seeking exceptional and reliable full time team members with a passion for pets, their people and quality veterinary medicine. With a focus on advanced veterinary medicine, we emphasize exceptional service, open communication, and building long-term relationships with clients, pets & within our team. We are in search of a reliable, detail oriented team player, skilled at multi-tasking, with a positive, no drama personality to join our fast paced veterinary assisting team. Experience in a veterinary office preferred but not required as we will train the right individual. We believe wholeheartedly that our staff here is vital to our success and it is our promise to our team members that we will always consistently strive for a supportive and empowering work environment. We are a state of the art, 4,000 square foot new practice location with 5 exam rooms, in house lab equipment & ultrasound, large surgical suite, digital DR X-Ray, DR dental X-Ray, and an isolated dual dental suite. We are strictly a medical facility only, with no additional boarding or grooming. Our main sister clinic, the original Crestview Vet location on Burnet Rd is only 4.5 miles away so there is always additional support available if ever needed. If you are a veterinary professional or ready to make a change to the veterinary field and are looking to work in a place where you will be valued and appreciated not only as an employee but also as an individual, we can promise you that here at Crestview VC. The Veterinary Assistant is a crucial part of the medical team and is responsible for advocating for the patient as well as education of the clients. Assist doctors and credentialed veterinary technicians with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, and pro-actively set up any equipment and or tools to be used for a patient Collect and prepare laboratory samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies Restrain animals in a safe, efficient and compassionate manner during examinations and procedures Obtain accurate vital signs on patients Document any changes of a pet’s condition and vital signs appropriately in medical records and notify doctor or veterinary technicians of any unusual medical or behavioral problems Communication with all aspects of the medical team from the front Customer Service Staff to the Kennel Technicians Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital including kennels and runs, treatment areas, exam rooms, and surgery suite Care and maintenance of all medical equipment including laboratory machines, surgical packs, anesthesia machines, and any other tools that are essential to daily operations Communicate with clients per hospital policy in a compassionate and professional way on either the status of their pet, or any questions they may have Perform other duties as assigned by doctors, receptionists, and veterinary technicians to assist in the smooth flow of the daily operation of the hospital High School diploma or GED certificate Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling Must have computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast paced and challenging environment Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with teammates is required Must be dependable, demonstrate strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Benefits Our team members enjoy an extensive, comprehensive benefits package. When you’re on our team, we’ve got you covered. YOUR HEALTH - COVERED. Health Insurance Dental Insurance Paid Time Off Vision Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Mental Health Counseling Hospital Indemnity Insurance Life & Accident Insurance Long & Short-term Disability Insurance Teledoc- FREE doctor access 24/7 YOUR FAMILY - COVERED. Caring for Elderly Family Returning to Work After a Baby Divorce Moving to a New Community Grieving for a Lost Loved One Military Family Matters Job Relocation Buying or Selling a Home YOUR FINANCES - COVERED. Sign-on Bonuses Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Budgeting and Financial Guidance Teammate Referral Program Discounted Veterinary Care Retirement Planning Will and Testament Planning Tax Issues Identify Theft Recovery Legal Counseling Teammate Assistance Program About Southern Veterinary Partners SVP pursues partnerships with like-minded veterinarians to build this growing network of compassionate, service-oriented animal hospitals. We’re based in Birmingham, AL, but the heartbeat of our organization is in our 300 local animal hospitals across the country. Our team’s continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 5,000 employees nationwide. The organization’s success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition among Inc. 5000’s List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021), Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021), and Birmingham Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work” (2021). You SVP | Amazing Together Let’s talk about your amazing future. Start the conversation with our teams today.