Veterinary Assistant - Emergency and Critical Care

Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists•Williston, VT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists (BEVS) is Vermont’s only specialty and 24/7 emergency animal hospital, and we have a wide variety of specialists onsite, in addition to a world-class ER and ICU and supportive medicine options. This role focuses on providing compassionate care to pet patients and their loved ones within the emergency and critical care setting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
At least one year of prior experience in a veterinary or animal handling role required
Must have a positive attitude and be a team player
Successful completion of references and background check

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to pet patients and their loved ones
Clean exam rooms, counters, floors, kitchen, ICU, treatment, vacuum, empty trash as needed
Gather, wash, dry, fold laundry and store away
Stock ICU, treatment areas and exam rooms
Clean surgical equipment – scrub, sterilize/pack instruments
Assist technicians
Restrain animals for blood draws, radiographs, outpatient procedures
Collect urine from patients
Walk patients
Run appropriate blood work
Read PCV/TP
Answer phones
Check patients in and out of the hospital
Regular client communication

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
401K with 100% company match of up to 3%, and a 50% match for the 4thand 5th%
Generous paid time off
Employee Ruff-erral Program
Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and short-term disability (long-term disability available)
Accident and critical illness insurance
Bonding leave enhanced maternity benefit
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA)
Continuing education yearly allowance for skills development
Certification fees reimbursement (eligible employees only)
Commuter benefits
Uniform allowance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free monthly wellness meetings
Free quarterly financial wellness classes
Discounts on veterinary services and products for your own pet
Discounts on reference lab testing for your own pet
Discounts on Purina pet foods