Veterinary Assistant jobs in Kansas City, KS

Veterinary Assistant prepares treatment room for examination of animals; restrains animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal. Being a Veterinary Assistant requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to be certified/licensed. Additionally, Veterinary Assistant is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision of a veterinarian. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Mission Veterinary Partners
  • Overland Park, KS FULL_TIME
  • Overview

    Stanley Veterinary Clinic is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team who thrives in a fast paced environment! 

     

    Location:

    8695 W 151st St

    Overland Park, KS 66223

     

    Shift Details:

    4, 10 hour shifts or 5, 8 hour shifts

    Some Saturday availability required.

     

    Compensation:

    Up to $17/hr

     

    We are passionate about supporting individuals who want to advance their career in our industry.

     

     

    Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act. 

    Responsibilities

    How 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. 

    Qualifications

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

     

    • 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. 

     

    We put people first and never compromise on our values. 

    Apply today for immediate consideration! 

     

    Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

  • 22 Days Ago

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Veterinary assistant
  • American Veterinary Group
  • Overland Park, KS FULL_TIME
  • Ideal Candidate Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise Benefits About UrgentVet UrgentVet was founded to fill the gap between your regular veterinarian and the ER vet. When your pet has a mild illness or mino...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Mission Veterinary Partners
  • Gardner, KS FULL_TIME
  • Overview Gardner Animal Hospital is growing and in need of a full time Veterinary Assistant to join their team! State-of-the-art veterinary healthcare. Small town comfort. Gardner Animal Hospital is a...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Mission Veterinary Partners
  • Basehor, KS FULL_TIME
  • Overview Wolf Creek Veterinary Clinic has an opportunity for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Location: 14370 Parallel Rd Basehor, KS 66007 Compensation: Up to $17/hour Shift Details: 4 Weekda...
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Veterinary Assistant and Kennel Attendant
  • Veterinary Practice Partners
  • Prairie, KS FULL_TIME
  • Seeking an independent and compassionate team member for our dual role: Veterinary Assistant and Kennel Attendant to join our team! Why Mission Road Animal Practice in Prairie Village, KS? We’re focus...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Veterinary Assistant
  • VCA Animal Hospitals
  • Fairway, KS FULL_TIME
  • Fairway Animal Hospital in Fairway, Kansas is currently looking for a veterinary assistant to join our team. We are a Fear Free and AAHA accredited companion animal hospital with 4 veterinarians. Empl...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Veterinary Receptionist
  • Mission Veterinary Partners
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Overview: Antioch Dog and Cat Hospital has an opportunity for a Veterinary Receptionist to join our team! Pay Details: $...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Hospital Veterinary Technician
  • Petco Animal Supplies Inc
  • Lees Summit, MO
  • Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an e...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Part-Time Urgent Care Veterinary Assistant
  • American Veterinary Group
  • Overland Park, KS
  • Part-Time Urgent Care Veterinary Assistant Department: UrgentVet Hospitals Employment Type: Part Time Location: UrgentVe...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Animal Caretaker - Overland Park Waystation
  • American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
  • Overland Park, KS
  • Please make sure to attach your resume to complete your application. Summary: The ASPCA is seeking individuals who are e...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Hospital Veterinary Technician
  • Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc.
  • Lees Summit, MO
  • Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an e...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Veterinary Technician
  • Premier Veterinary Care LLC
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Job Description Job Description Registered Veterinary Technician wanted for busy, growing clinic. Part-time with opportu...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Assistant
  • Premier Veterinary Care LLC
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Job Description Job Description Part-time with a likely opportunity for full-time and raise after 90 days for the right ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Bather / Groomer Trainee
  • PetSmart
  • Shawnee Mission, KS
  • YOUR GROOMING CAREER: Start your career in grooming as a Groomer Trainee! As a Groomer Trainee in our Grooming Salon, yo...
  • 12/29/2017 12:00:00 AM

Kansas City is the third-largest city in the State of Kansas, the county seat of Wyandotte County, and the third-largest city of the Kansas City metropolitan area. Kansas City, Kansas is abbreviated as "KCK" to differentiate it from Kansas City, Missouri, after which it is named. It is part of a consolidated city-county government known as the "Unified Government". Wyandotte County also includes the independent cities of Bonner Springs and Edwardsville. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 145,786 residents. It is situated at Kaw Point, which is the junction of the Missouri an...
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Income Estimation for Veterinary Assistant jobs
$26,805 to $39,535
Kansas City, Kansas area prices
were up 1.7% from a year ago

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