Veterinary Assistant - Dentistry
About The Position
Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists (BEVS) is seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join their dentistry team. BEVS is Vermont’s only specialty and 24/7 emergency animal hospital, offering advanced veterinary specialty and referral services. The Anesthesia/Surgery Assistant will provide anesthetic and surgical support for the boarded veterinary dentist and collaborate with all team members. This role is ideal for someone passionate about veterinary anesthesia and dental procedures, involved in all aspects of dental cases from client consultations to patient discharge. The position offers an opportunity to advance anesthesia skills while working with a highly skilled team.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong anesthesia monitoring experience is required.
- Must have a positive attitude and be a team player
- Successful completion of references and background check.
Nice To Haves
- Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) is preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Communicating and working closely with all staff members and clients.
- Being able to work independently and within a group depending on the needs of the situation.
- Providing and ensuring quality patient care pre-, peri- and post-operatively.
- Utilize technical and clinical knowledge learned in order to effectively assess, monitor and stabilize all cases.
- Demonstrate and model advanced anesthesia skills.
- Assist in the training process for new and current employees.
- Prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas
- Prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients
- Perform discharges for surgical patients
- Maintaining cleanliness, stock levels and functionality of dental areas and equipment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with a total company match up to 4%, after 6 months of employment
- Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
- Continuing education allowance and professional development support
- Mental Health Resources
- Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave
- Discounts on veterinary services and products
- Savings on reference lab testing
- Discounts on Purina pet foods
- Preferred rates with our pet insurance partner
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
