Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Were looking for a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team. If youre confident in your abilities passionate about patient care and ready to grow within a supportive environment we want to hear from you.

About the Role :

As an Experienced Veterinary Assistant youll be a vital part of our medical team supporting veterinarians and technicians in delivering top-quality care to patients with a wide range of needs. Your day will include a mix of clinical tasks client communication and patient handling.

Primary responsibilities include :

Safely and effectively restraining pets using low-stress techniques

Triage and intake of incoming patients

Collecting and processing lab samples (blood urine fecal etc.)

Assisting with radiographs and diagnostic imaging

Administering medications and monitoring patients

Supporting nursing care for hospitalized and medical cases

Preparing patients and instruments for surgery; assisting in procedures

Monitoring patients under anesthesia

Communicating treatment plans and updates to clients with compassion and clarity

Must be comfortable with exposure to strong odors loud noises animal waste bites scratches and potentially contagious conditions

Qualifications : Were looking for :

A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant (required)

Confidence in restraint lab work and assisting with procedures

Weekend availability (some shifts)

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Strong multitasking ability and attention to detail

Familiarity with preventative care surgical support and clinic flow

Bonus : Proficient in lab processing radiographs and anesthesia monitoring

A team-player mentality and willingness to support wherever needed

A self-starter attitude with a desire to keep learning and growing

Receptiveness to constructive feedback and dedication to continuous improvement

Additional Information :

We offer our staff :

• Comprehensive Benefits (health dental vision liability 401k & 401K matching program life & supplemental insurance HSA & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed / registered / certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA / CVT / CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts Holiday Pay Uniform Allowance Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
• Note some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement texting / outreach communication authorization physical requirements of the job and more please visit : Work :

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Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Veterinary Experience,Animal Care,Basic Math,Animal Husbandry,Veterinary Assistant,Veterinary Technician Experience,Vital Signs Experience,Animal Handling,Animal Restraint,Pet Care,Medical Imaging,Medication Administration

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1