Overnight Veterinary Assistant

BluePearl Pet Hospital

72d • $19 - $28

About The Position

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Malvern, PA is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Overnight Veterinary Assistant to join their fast-paced emergency department. Are you committed and passionate about enriching lives through remarkable care for pets? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and rewarding work environment? Are you a team player who enjoys working together on a team to provide quality care for pets?

Requirements

• Knowledge and skills in veterinary assistance.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player mentality.
• Experience in triaging emergency cases.
• Familiarity with diagnostics such as radiographs and lab work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in emergency veterinary care.
• Certification in veterinary assistance or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Report patient signalment, problem list and plan during nursing rounds.
• Understand classification of commonly used medications, associated side effects and appropriately monitors therapeutic response.
• Administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform physical exam; accurately counts heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
• Possess a working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment and assist with patients assigned ASA I or II classifications.
• Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrates proficiency in designated role as assigned by attending clinician and/or supervisor.

Benefits

• Trupanion pet insurance and discounts for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
• Annual continuing education allowance.
• Free continuing education sessions.
• Access to BluePearl University for training.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Flexible work schedules.
• 401k and retirement planning.
• Paid time off and floating holiday plans.
• Access to a regional licensed social worker for guidance on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees