About this role
As a Veterinary Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
Assisting with patient restraint and handlingTriaging incoming patients and obtaining medical historiesCollecting and processing laboratory samplesPerforming or assisting with diagnostic imaging and radiographsProviding nursing care and monitoring hospitalized patients with varying levels of stabilityAdministering medications as directed by the veterinary teamPreparing patients for surgery and assisting during proceduresSupporting anesthetic monitoring and patient recoveryCommunicating treatment plans and recommendations clearly and compassionately with clientsMaintaining a clean, organized, and safe treatment environmentHelping provide a calm, positive experience for patients, clients, and teammatesWhether you're an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking to master your current skills or hoping to take the next step in your career, you'll have opportunities for hands-on learning, virtual training, and continued professional development.
We’re seeking a Veterinary Assistant with at least one year of veterinary experience who is comfortable working in a busy clinical environment.
The ideal candidate is:
Compassionate, dependable, and calm under pressureA strong communicator and collaborative team playerComfortable multitasking and prioritizing in a fast-paced settingConfident with safe and appropriate animal restraintA self-starter who takes initiative and enjoys learningExperienced with sample collection, laboratory testing, medical histories, and radiographsFamiliar with anesthesia monitoring and surgical assistance, which is a plusAs a Veterinary Assistant, you may encounter unpleasant odors and noises and may be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste, and potentially contagious diseases. A willingness to work safely and compassionately in these situations is essential.
If you’re a Veterinary Assistant who wants to make a difference in the lives of pets, exotic animals, wildlife, and their families while continuing to grow professionally, we’d love to hear from you!
*We kindly request that applicants do not contact the hospital directly via phone or email regarding this position. All applications and inquiries should be submitted through the designated application portal.
Pay Range: $15-$19/hr based on experience
Job type: Full-time
We offer our staff:
Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL EmployeesPaid Bereavement ProgramPaid Parental Leave ProgramCompetitive CompensationContinuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology ProgramCareer Development OpportunitiesReferral 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 pre-employment screening.*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 https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.
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