Lead Veterinary Assistant

Job duties include but are not limited to :

Were seeking a Lead Veterinary Assistant with at least two years of leadership experience to join our dedicated and collaborative this role youll play a vital part not only in patient care but also in mentoring and leading our team of veterinary assistants and technicians to deliver top-notch service.

What Youll Do :

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to :

Leading by example in daily technical duties and patient care

Providing guidance support and training to the technician and assistant team

Triage of incoming patients and effective pet restraint

Collection and analysis of lab samples

Diagnostic imaging and anesthetic monitoring

Surgical prep and assistance

Administering medications and managing treatment plans

Nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients

Communicating clearly and compassionately with clients about treatment plans and patient care

Maintaining accurate and thorough medical records

Collaborating with doctors to anticipate their needs and ensure smooth workflows

Please note :  This position may involve exposure to unpleasant odors noises animal waste bites / scratches and contagious diseases.

Qualifications : Qualifications

A seasoned Lead Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of  1-2 years of leadership experience

Minimum of two years experience as a veterinary assistant

Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to mentor and motivate others

Technical proficiency in all areas including exam rooms surgery dentals treatment / ICU

Attention to detail and a proactive approach to patient care

Compassion empathy and a commitment to practicing low-stress handling techniques

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.

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