Veterinary Assistant (Full-time/Part-time) - Animal Emergency Center

Description

PetVet Care Centers' Animal Emergency Center is currently seeking Veterinary Assistants to join their team!

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

We offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

Position Overview

Join our team as a Veterinary Assistant who supports the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients
• Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival
• Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
• Calm and soothe anxious patients
• Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
• Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
• Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
• Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans
• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
• Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release
• Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift
• Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
• Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)

Qualifications (Required)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a veterinary clinic
• Must be proficient in drawing blood, placing catheters, and intubating
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Surgery setup and monitoring is a strong plus
• ER experience is preferred
• Licensed is not required but is a plus

Schedule

• Schedule will be Wednesday through Friday from 6PM-12AM and Saturday to Sunday from 8AM-6PM
• Flexibility in schedule with the ability to also work some overnights is a plus
• We are open to hiring multiple Part-time people

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Benefits

• Commitment to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible
• Over 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians
• A unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive
• Empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community

About the Role

• Committed to supporting team members professionally and personally
• Equal opportunity employer
• Respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information