What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at BetterVet?
Veterinary Assistant – Full Service, Mobile
Never on call. No nights. Work life-balance!
This role will service Austin TX and surrounding areas. A valid driver's license is necessary for this position.
This is a full-time position.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
In the morning, you’ll pick up your veterinarian in a BetterVet branded SUV. Your vehicle will be equipped with a digital stethoscope and point of care ECG as well as a Butterfly hand-held ultrasound, Tonovet, blood pressure monitor and other medications and supplies. You and your veterinarian will visit approximately six to eight clients per day in the comfort of their homes.
Some of your daily responsibilities will include:
- Managing inventory and loading the vehicle
- Preparing for appointments by procuring medical records & communicating with your veterinarian about the daily caseload
- Communicating with clients (calls/emails/messages)
- Scribing notes and creating invoices
WHY YOU’LL BE A GREAT FIT
- You have 2 years of experience working as a Veterinary Assistant
- You are experienced and comfortable with animal handling/restraint
- You have some experience with TPRs, blood draws, SQ and IM injections, BP measurements, ear slide staining and cytology, and SNAP tests
- You want to leverage your veterinary experience in an innovative way
- You strive to offer quality medicine and a fear-free vet experience for your patients
- You thrive while building rewarding relationships with clients
- You have the desire to make a difference in your community and bring better, more convenient care for your patients
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US
Your well-being matters. We offer a wide array of benefits and programs, so that you can focus on you, as you care for pets and clients.
- Excellent pay
- 401(k) matching
- Monthly contribution for student loan repayment program of $200.00, tax-free
- 2 weeks paid vacation plus an additional 5 paid sick days, and 7 paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Healthcare, dental and vision day 1 of employment
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for 24/7 support at no extra cost - guidance for navigating mental health, financial or legal concerns
- Continuing Education reimbursement of $1,000 and one paid day off per year
- Membership in VVCA and reimbursement for licensing test fees and renewal fees for credentialed vet techs
- Employee referral bonus
- Employee discount
- Medical mentorship and training
- Career advancement opportunities
- Cutting edge veterinary technology
- Appropriate staffing levels every day
- A collaborative team of clinical and professional staff who are here to welcome you and support you along the way
ABOUT US
BetterVet is a national full-service mobile veterinary practice. Our mission is to provide a better veterinary experience for pets, their families, and our veterinary care providers. BetterVet’s culture is empowering, supportive, and allows for excellent work/life balance. We believe that input from all voices informs innovation and strengthens our business. As such, we are dedicated to employing people from various backgrounds with unique experiences and perspectives.
BetterVet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
