Veterinary Assistant - Solon Animal Hospital : Job Details

Overview Join Our Team at Solon Veterinary Hospital! Position: Veterinary Assistant Location: 6475 Richmond Rd., Solon, OH 44139 Part-Time | $16.00-$18.00/hr (Based on Experience) Are you passionate about animal care and ready to be part of a close-knit, compassionate team? Solon Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant who's eager to support our doctors, connect with pet owners, and grow their skills in a supportive environment. About Us: Located in Solon, Ohio, we are a small animal, 2-doctor practice proudly serving our community with a commitment to high-quality medicine and personal client care. As we continue to grow, we're focused on building a team that's just as dedicated to the future of veterinary medicine as we are. Shift Details:

• Part-Time
• Must be available for opening and closing shifts
• Rotating Saturday shifts required
• Flexible scheduling within a collaborative team environment

Pay Range:

• $16.00-$18.00/hour, based on experience

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assisting veterinarians and technicians during exams and procedures
• Preparing and maintaining exam rooms and surgical areas
• Safely restraining patients for exams and treatments
• Monitoring and caring for animals during recovery
• Client communication and education
• Administering medications and supporting daily patient care

• What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in a veterinary assistant role preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and multitasking skills
• Reliable, team-oriented, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working with both cats and dogs
• Compassionate, positive attitude toward pets and people alike

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Welcoming and collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to grow in a fast-paced, learning-focused environment
• Supportive leadership and mentorship from experienced staff
• Make a real impact in the lives of pets and their families

If you're looking to build a meaningful career in veterinary medicine and want to be part of a team that truly cares, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and help us make a difference-one paw at a time.Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Pet Health (MPH) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act. ResponsibilitiesHow you'll make an impact:

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MPH.
• 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.

QualificationsRequired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in a veterinary environment preferred.
• 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 paced environment.
• 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 duties proficiently.
• 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 with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Mission Pet Health (MPH) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without 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 other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.