Veterinary Assistant Training Program, SAVES

Ethos Veterinary Health•Lebanon, NH

12d•$17

About The Position

Small Animal Veterinary Emergency Services (SAVES) is looking for talented individuals that are eager to jump-start their career in the animal health field. We are offering entry level, full-time positions, which include a paid training program providing an introduction to the veterinary field. This position does not require any previous veterinary hospital or animal experience. You will be enrolled and be required to complete Ethos’ Approved Veterinary Assistant program which includes a blended curriculum of online and hands-on training designed to prepare the Veterinary Assistant to sit for a national credentialing exam administered by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA). After obtaining a passing score on this exam, you will receive the credential of Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA). The primary responsibility of the Veterinary Assistant is to provide support and assistance to the veterinary medical staff. The Veterinary Assistant must embody the culture of treating every client and colleague with the utmost courteous and attentive treatment possible, with a keen sensitivity to the emotional bond between owners and their pets. Compensation is $17/hour for this entry level role. Overnight shifts come with $4.50 pay differential

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; candidates from vocational co-op programs also considered
Ability to read, write, and speak English is required
Knowledge and practical application of basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division is required
We are seeking individuals who have strong emotional competencies; those that are self-aware, have infectious positive attitudes, authenticity and caring toward others
Have strong computer skills to work with a paperless information system.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and clean work environment, including but not limited to the cleanliness of laundry, floors, and cages.
Assist with basic animal restraint
Provide basic animal husbandry and hygiene between patients
Basic record keeping procedures
Ensure proper stocking of medical supplies and janitorial needs
Essential job functions include walking, standing, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, writing, hearing, seeing, and speaking.