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VCA Shoreline Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center is hiring a full time Veterinary Assistant to join our team!We are seeking an individual who is positive, energetic, eager to learn, and works well on a team.As a Veterinary Assistant, you will support our hospital's in-house pharmacy and laboratory operations. Responsibilities include:Dispensing prescribed medications and pharmaceuticals in compliance with professional standards and legal requirementsCalculating dosages and preparing medications accuratelyReviewing prescriptions issued by DVMs for accuracy and completenessMaintaining proper handling, security, and documentation of controlled substancesRunning in-house laboratory tests and preparing samples for outside labsMaintaining and troubleshooting lab equipmentMaintain cleanliness of pharmacy and lab area, supplies and instrumentsManaging pharmacy and laboratory inventoryTraining and supporting team members in lab and pharmacy proceduresAssisting in maintaining overall hospital organization and cleanlinessReviewing prescriptions issued by DVMs to assure accuracyMinimum qualifications:2+ years' experience in the veterinary industryBachelor's Degree and/or Credentialed Veterinary Technician preferredStrong organizational ability and attention to detailMust be able to develop and maintain effective and positive work relationships with other employees and representatives of private and public agenciesKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Previous experience or training/education working in a pharmacy.Previous controlled drug handling, reconciling records and performing audits.Must be friendly, outgoing, "people oriented".Excellent communications skills, both written and oral.Telephone and computer skills.Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks at once, and deal with high levels of stress in an environment of changing priorities.Intermediate math skills and excellent visual acuity sufficient for alphabetization.Must be able to interact with all levels of staffing in a professional manner.Physical RequirementsDependable attendance is requiredAny allergies to animals must be controlled through medicationMust be able to lift 40 lbs.Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions.This position requires the ability to lift up to 40lbs, sit, walk, squat, bend, stand, reach, lift and type constantly during a minimum of 8 hours a day.Visual acuity sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people and understand written directionsAbility to speak and hear sufficiently to understand, give information in person and over the telephoneFine motor skills adequate for utilizing hospital equipment such as syringes, laboratory equipment, computers, etc.Adhere to appropriate dress code to include proper scrubs and nametag.Interested in this opportunity?Apply!We look forward to hearing from you.
Worksite address
shelton, CT, 06484, US
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