Veterinary Technician Caregiver Assistant

Ethos Veterinary Health•Monroeville, PA

6d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Avets is hiring a Specialty Veterinary Assistant at its Monroeville hospital. The role provides hands-on experience across specialty departments, with the potential to transition into a dedicated Surgery role as that department becomes established. It is suited to someone who values variety and continued learning and is interested in surgical patient care. The assistant supports patient care and departmental operations across Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, and Exotics, and cross-trains to assist the developing Surgery department. Avets describes its hospital as a new, 19,000-square-foot facility with advanced technology and a collaborative team of specialists, emergency clinicians, and support staff. The position is full-time, on the first shift, with either four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts. Compensation is $16–$18 per hour, dependent on experience. The role is based in Monroeville, Pennsylvania.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience safely restraining animals in a veterinary, shelter, or animal care setting; experience with personal pets does not qualify.
Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and efficient in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
Positive, team-oriented attitude and commitment to a respectful, collaborative workplace.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with clients empathetically and compassionately.
Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and lift at least 25 pounds throughout a 10-hour shift.
Fluent English speaking and reading skills are required.
Passion for providing exceptional patient care, supporting teammates, and delivering an outstanding client experience.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual abilities.
Interest in surgical patient care.

Responsibilities

Maintain, sanitize, and organize treatment areas, exam rooms, patient housing, and equipment.
Stock departmental supplies, monitor inventory, and communicate replenishment needs.
Assist caregivers and doctors with patient handling, restraint, husbandry, and routine care as directed.
Perform in-house laboratory testing, process samples, and prepare specimens for submission to outside laboratories.
Prepare patients and care spaces for appointments and procedures, and assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers.
Support routine client communication, prepare discharge materials, and help coordinate patient care.
Clean, disinfect, organize, and prepare instruments and equipment, assisting with sterilization as needed.
Provide flexible support across Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, and Exotics based on departmental needs.
Cross-train to support the developing Surgery department, including surgical area preparation, instrument processing, and supply stocking.
Assist with additional duties that support efficient departmental operations and quality patient care.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options, dental insurance, vision insurance, and HSA and FSA options.
Life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage options.
401(k) with employer match.
Employee Assistance Program.
Financial benefits to help with student loans, mortgages, and personal loans.
Employee discounts, NVA Pet Resort discounts, and pet insurance discounts.
Paid time off and provided uniforms.
Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships, credentialing opportunities, a 16-week VTNE Study Group, and VTS support.
Professional development assistance, onsite continuing education events, and free VetBloom access with RACE-approved continuing education.
Discounts on Fear Free Certification and RECOVER Training.
Employee referral bonuses.
Stocked breakroom.