Veterinary Technician Assistant
Department : Veterinary Assistants
Employment Type : Full Time
Location : Baltimore, Maryland
Compensation : $17.50 - $22.00 / hour
Description
We are adding a full-time Veterinary Assistant to our team! As a technician-oriented practice, we utilize our nursing staff to their fullest potential- giving you the opportunity to use your hard-earned skills. In addition to our great benefits package, you will enjoy employee discounts and a uniform allowance.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include :
- Effective communication with both clients & team
- Safe handling & restraint of animals
- Obtain vitals & medical history
- Venipuncture
- Place intravenous catheters
- Administer medications SQ & IV
- Administer & monitor anesthesia
- Surgical assistance
- Dental prophylaxis
- Bandaging
- Laboratory testing & radiography
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
High school diploma or GED requiredMust have at least 1 year experience as a Veterinary AssistantMust be a bright, friendly, and effective communicator in order to communicate with clients, visitors, veterinarians, and other hospital staff. (It's okay if you talk to animals, too!)Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and move freely for extended periods of timeMust be able to lift 50 squirming poundsMust be able to work in a veterinary environment with exposure to infection or contagious diseasesBenefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision insuranceEmployee discountsFlexible schedules401K with company matchCareer development and training