Veterinary Assistant, Emergency Mid Shift
About The Position
Emergency Assistants play a vital support role in providing urgent and intensive care to animals in critical conditions under the supervision of veterinarians and registered veterinary technicians. Welcome to Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC)! We are a 24/7 Emergency Care Veterinary Hospital with 7 different Specialties. The AESC Team is growing, and we are seeking motivated, positive and compassionate individuals to join our team. Our Nursing staff is essential and important to us, just as the care they provide to the pets and clients in our community. We are offering competitive wages, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive environment with an empathic and positive Management team.
Requirements
- At least ONE YEAR of veterinary assistant experience is REQUIRED to be considered for this role!
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience as a veterinary assistant with job responsibilities that required animal restraint and taking radiographs
- Experience in a emergency/specialty setting
- Knowledge of EasyVet or similar medical record systems.
Responsibilities
- Prepare exam rooms for each visit, including tools needed for each exam.
- Retrieve patient charts from client services or referring department on behalf of the technicians when asked.
- Obtain other vitals, lab work, and diagnostics as needed per doctors or technician orders.
- Perform and assist with all aspects of animal restraint for exams and procedures.
- Care for hospitalized patients - administer medications, monitor vital signs, other duties as ordered by the treating veterinarian or treating ER technician
- Clean kennels, runs, wet tables and all other areas of the treatment area and hospital as needed.
- Assist in Ultrasound if needed.
- Laundry
- Basic grooming as needed.
- Other duties as needed.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Matching
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Continuing Education (CE) hours
- CE allowance for training and certifications
- Uniform Allowance
- Shift Differential Pay
- Generous paid time off, including Sick Days, Vacation Days, and Bereavement Leave
- Holiday Premium Pay
- On-Call Incentives
- License Reimbursement for required certifications.
- Referral Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
