Part-time Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
Heartland Pet Hospital is a family-focused general practice that provides exceptional care to pets and their people. We believe animals play an essential role in family life and deserve the utmost levels of our attention. Our team delivers high-quality medical and preventative care to companion animals in Bellevue, Nebraska, and surrounding communities. Every team member provides professional and compassionate service to our new and longstanding clients. Heartland Pet Hospital has been a staple in the community for over twenty-five years and has long-standing relationships with customers and their children. From preventative to emergency care, Heartland Pet Hospital is determined to get to a solution without taking shortcuts. Our practice offers physical exams along with vaccines for dogs and cats. Our extensive in-house lab services allow us to perform high-quality diagnostic testing with electrocardiogram and digital radiology technology. We provide surgeries including but not limited to dental cleanings, tumor and mass removal, spaying and neutering, orthopedic procedures, declawing, and more. Our team understands that pet health goes beyond physical performance, therefore we provide behavioral and nutritional counseling.
Requirements
- At least 1 year experience in veterinary assistant duties
- Willing to learn and grow within our clinic and keep a positive attitude
- Communication and team work are a must
- Must be able to properly restrain pets
- Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset
Nice To Haves
- Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
Responsibilities
- Pet restraint
- Triage incoming patients
- Collection and analysis of lab samples
- Diagnostic imaging
- Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability
- Administration of medications
- Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
- Surgical preparation and assistance
- Anesthetic management
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
- Paid Bereavement Program
- Paid Parental Leave Program
- Competitive Compensation
- Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
- Career Development Opportunities
- Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
- Personal Pet Discounts
- Holiday Pay
- Uniform Allowance
- Bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
