Ark Animal Hospital of Casper

Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Casper, WyomingFull-time
$14 - $18 hourly
About the Job
Ark Animal Hospital in Casper, WY is looking to add a full-time experienced veterinary tech or assistant to our team.  Ark Animal Hospital is a fast growing, small animal veterinary practice that has provided high quality veterinary services with compassion to the community of Casper for over 30 years.  Our mission is to provide a positive, caring environment to our clients, their pet companions, and our staff.

Job Skills As a Veterinary Tech or Assistant:
  • Specimen collection including blood draws.
  • Anesthesia and surgical monitoring.
  • Performing fecal diagnostics.
  • Preparing and handling of multiple laboratory diagnostics.
  • Administering oral, injectable, and intravenous medications.
  • Dental cleanings.
  • Triage.
  • Radiology.
  • Nursing Care.
  • Assisting in surgery.
  • Care of both hospitalized and boarding patients.

Receptionist Skills (beneficial):
  • Greet and welcome clients and their animal companions in a friendly, professional manner upon arrival to the clinic.
  • Answer, screen, and forward incoming calls using a multi-line phone system, including answering client questions, screening for service needs, and scheduling appointments.
  • Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/email.
  • Process incoming and outgoing patients, including taking payments.
  • Ensure reception area and client waiting area is tidy and presentable.
  • Handling incoming mail and email.
  • Process a variety of documents, maintain and update client information, service data, and other relevant data within practice management software.
  • Perform clerical duties such as filing and paperwork organization.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with the medical team and Practice Manager to ensure that clients are being provided with the highest level of care.

Requirements:
  • Applicants who are licensed or have completed vocational degrees are preferred.
  • Must be able to lift 40 pounds independently.
  • All applicants must be willing to participate in pre-employment drug screening and background check.
  • Veterinary experience is preferred.