Veterinary Assistant at Griffith Veterinary Hospital

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    "description": "<h2>Practice</h2>\n<p>Griffith Veterinary Hospital is very fortunate to have just moved into a brand new facility with state-of-the-art equipment as of Feburary 2024. Our staff gets to enjoy working in larger areas, while doctors get to enjoy a beautiful office designed to enhance teamwork and collaboration. Every square inch of Griffith Veterinary Hospital is newly redesigned to offer a more efficient work flow and comfortable working environment. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are one of the highest-rated hospitals in Westland, MI! We also provide complementary and alternative veterinary medicine therapies that include acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, therapeutic nutrition, and nutritional supplements.</p>\n<h2>More about the Role</h2>\n<p>The Veterinary Assistant assists the veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine in-house laboratory work, educates clients regarding veterinary care and procedures, and assists with surgical procedures. <em><strong>Previous experience required. Please note this VA position will cross train with reception. </strong></em></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Availability: MUST be available Mondays & Tuesdays </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Pay: $16 - $18 </p>\n<h2>Competencies</h2>\n<ul>\n <li><strong>Patience & Compassion:</strong> Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.</li>\n <li><strong>Collaboration & Teamwork: </strong>Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas.</li>\n <li><strong>Communicating</strong>: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.</li>\n <li><strong>Active Listening: </strong>Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. 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