Veterinary Assistant - Internal Medicine

Are you ready to embark on your next adventure? Friendship Hospital For Animals is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our Internal Medicine team.

About the role: The veterinary assistant plays a key role in facilitating an efficient workflow and will work with animal patients and assist with client service. This role provides an opportunity for learning and professional development. An ideal candidate will have a strong desire to expand their skillset and pursue veterinary technician licensure.

• Schedules that allow a REAL work-life harmony 
• Supportive and collaborative team environment 
• Opportunities for professional growth including onsite training programs 
• Competitive compensation package 
• Comprehensive Benefits- Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), HSA, scrub allowance, petcare discounts, metro discounts and so much more 

• Assist the internal medicine team with patient treatments
• animal restraint
• Collecting patient history
• Routine blood collection
• Assist with instrument preparation and breakdown
• Ability to schedule appointments
• Answer basic client questions either in person of over the phone
• Manage extensive email correspondence
• other duties as assigned

• Excellent communication skills-- both verbal and written
• Ability to effectively problem solve and make decisions as needed
• Ability to multi-task in a stressful environment
• Ability to speak and hear by phone or in person
• Ability to use and learn computers
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to master large volumes of detailed information 
• Comfort working around animals

Meet Our Hospital: Friendship Hospital for Animals is an AAHA-accredited, top-tier veterinary hospital offering comprehensive care, including wellness, emergency, and specialty services. Our specialties range from critical care, neurology, and radiology to nephrology/urology, oncology, and surgery. Our state-of-the-art facility includes advanced MRI and CT capabilities, a dedicated ICU, long-term ventilator support, and onsite hemodialysis. 

We are committed to sharing our expertise with the veterinary community through continuing education, internships, externships, and residency programs. 

Join Our Mission: At Friendship Hospital for Animals, we foster a nurturing, ethical, and collaborative environment where every team member shares knowledge, supports each other, and helps elevate the health and happiness of our patients and community. And yes, we have fun doing it! 

Learn more and apply today: Website: https://www.friendshiphospital.com Facebook: Friendship Hospital 

Friendship Hospital for Animals is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.