Veterinary Assistant/Tech Employment Application Form

Required Occupational Qualifications

All employees should be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds without physical difficulty and be able to function within a stressful atmosphere without serious health concerns. Our facility has maximized the available space; therefore, employees must be able to move around in minimal spaces. As a medical profession we are required to update our procedures and continue education regularly. All employees, regardless of job title must possess the ability and desire to learn and grow in a changing health care environment. All employees must possess the ability to hear clients and to communicate verbally with them on the phone and in person. All employees must be able to treat each client’s unique concerns with respect, and be able to remain pleasant and helpful at all times. All employees must be able to provide their own transportation to and from work. Veterinary Assistants/Technicians must have a desire to learn and possess good basic math, reading and language skills. The position requires close contact with animals including the ability to physically restrain any patient while isolating a specific body part. All assistants/technicians must be available to work during all regular business hours during the week and on Saturdays. Some holidays required. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, Heartwood Animal Hospital will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
I have read the above "Required Occupational Qualifications" and agree that I meet the minimum qualifications for employment with Heartwood Animal Hospital.*

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Describe your experience with animals.*
Please outline any health care or lab experience, including work or school: *
Please describe educational background, listing any special courses, technical school or college training.*
Please detail any computer experience you might have, including work, school or personal. (List any computer software you have used.)*
Every job in a veterinary hospital is a very important position and requires someone with concern, commitment and dependability. What qualifies you as a good veterinary employee candidate? What qualities make you a good co-worker?*
About 60% of this job requires interaction with clients. The ability to deal with clients successfully is a job requirement. Do you like working with the public?*

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This job requires a lot of patience in dealing with clients, their pets, and also co-workers. Would your friends and family describe you as patient?*

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Our normal business hours are 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Mon. – Fri. and 8:30 am – 1:00 pm Sat. Frequently technicians and assistants are required to work beyond normal business hours (both before opening and after closing). Are you able to work this type of schedule with a positive attitude?*

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There is a lot of on-the-job training involved in this position. Do you consider yourself to be open and teachable?*

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We are looking for career-minded individuals who would consider work at Heartwood Animal Hospital a priority. Are you looking for a career or short-term job?*

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This is a busy, hectic, and sometimes very stressful atmosphere. In your experience do you maintain a pleasant and polite attitude when overwhelmed?*

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During busy times or when other employees are absent, you may be called upon to do tasks which are not normally part of you job description. Do you enjoy team work?*

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Do you have dependable transportation?*

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Have you been convicted for anything other than a minor traffic violation?*

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How many days of work have you missed in the last 6 months?*
What hours are you available to work? (Please be specific)*
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Applicants may be asked to submit to a drug test and background check. All applications are held for 1 year from the date of application. After 1 year they are shredded to protect your privacy. If you have continued interest please contact us before the 1 year date. Any information that is found to be untrue in this application will be reason for immediate dismissal. Any employee that is caught abusing an animal will be terminated immediately.

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