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Veterinary AssistantInnovetive Petcare • baltimore, md, US
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Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Innovetive Petcare • baltimore, md, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

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 required
  • Must have at least 1 year experience as a Veterinary Assistant
  • Must 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 time
  • Must be able to lift 50 squirming pounds
  • Must be able to work in a veterinary environment with exposure to infection or contagious diseases
  • Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedules
  • 401K with company match
  • Career development and training
  • Innovetive Petcare owns and operates veterinary practices across the country. Our clinics benefit from our tools, resources, and a dedicated support team to help veterinary practices prosper and grow. We run a successful business so our veterinarians can focus on providing exceptional patient care. We want our veterinarians and staff to enjoy a better work-life balance, a strong, supportive community, and ongoing training and career development.

    At Innovetive Petcare, it all begins with an unparalleled team. From the veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice managers, and administrative staff at our clinics to the driven support team in our home office, our team is passionate about pet health. We are a culture-first company, working to redefine the veterinary lifestyle to allow professionals to advance through their veterinary medicine careers without burning out. We don’t just talk about it; we live it!

    Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

    Innovetive Petcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify.  We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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