Veterinary Assistant - Silver Creek Animal Clinic : Job Details

OverviewSilver Creek Animal Clinic has an opportunity for a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Previous veterinary experience is required. Why Join Us At Silver Creek Animal Clinic in Park City, Utah, we're passionate about providing top-quality care while building strong, lasting relationships with our clients-and our team. With over 50 years of combined experience and a state-of-the-art facility, we're equipped to handle everything from preventive wellness to complex surgical cases. Our team includes highly trained veterinarians and technicians, with added support from a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, neurologist, and one of Utah's leading ultrasonography groups. We value collaboration, continuous learning, and giving our team members the tools they need to grow in their careers. If you're looking for a supportive and advanced environment where you can truly make an impact, you'll feel right at home with us. Location 6443 N. Business Park Loop Road, Suite D, Park City, Utah 84098 Compensation $20-22 per hour, depending on experience Schedule Full-time, (4) 10-hour shifts per week Two Saturdays per month required Benefits We Offer • Industry-leading pay and staff discounts for your pets • Medical, vision, and dental insurance • 401(k) with company match starting day one • Paid time off and holiday pay • Yearly scrub allowance • CE opportunities and education support to become credentialed • Bonus opportunities • Flexible scheduling and focus on work-life harmony • Career development and growth resources Job Summary The Veterinary Assistant plays an essential role in supporting our medical team and ensuring quality patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with exams and treatments, preparing patients and equipment for procedures, and maintaining a clean, organized clinical environment. Our ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused setting. ResponsibilitiesHow you'll make an impact:

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
• 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 required - 5 or more years.
• Management experience preferred - 2 or more years.
• 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 Veterinary Partners (MVP) 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.