Neurology Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
VCA Midwest Veterinary Referral & Emergency Center is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our Neurology Service! About Us: VCA MidWest Veterinary Referral & Emergency Center, Nebraska’s state-of-the-art hospital dedicated to specialty & emergency medicine. As board-certified specialists, emergency veterinarians, and highly trained licensed veterinary technicians, we are committed to providing exceptional care for pets with complex medical and surgical needs. We work in partnership with primary care veterinarians to select and deliver the most appropriate diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical treatment options. As a Neurology Veterinary Assistant, you’ll be an essential part of our specialized team, working closely with our neurologist.
Requirements
- 1+ years of clinical experience as a Veterinary Assistant
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for learning, growing, and contributing to a dynamic specialty team
Responsibilities
- Assist in neurological examinations and diagnostic procedures (MRI, CT, myelograms, CSF taps)
- Provide pre- and post-operative care
- Maintain detailed and accurate patient and surgical records
- Communicate effectively with clients about treatment plans and procedures
- Perform or be trained in advanced skills
- Collaborate seamlessly with other departments to ensure top-quality patient care
- Take patient histories and perform TPRs (temperature, pulse, respiration)
- Restrain animals safely and compassionately
- Help maintain a clean, stocked, and organized hospital environment
Benefits
- Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
- Leadership opportunities and Career Development Programs
- Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
- Free mental wellness subscriptions (Head Space and 12 Lyra Health Sessions)
- Referral bonuses and Competitive wages
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Life, long and short-term disability insurance included
- Paid parental leave
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 401(k) with corporate match
- Pet care discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
