Veterinary Assistant Overnight Experienced

VCA Animal Hospitals • Shelton, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

VCA Shoreline Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center is hiring a part time Veterinary Assistant to join their team. They are seeking an individual who is positive, energetic, eager to learn, and works well on a team. VCA Shoreline is a state-of-the-art medical facility providing a range of specialty, critical care and emergency services exclusively for dogs and cats. They deliver the best medical care for pets and the best experience for pet owners. Located in Shelton, their veterinary specialists, technicians and pet-friendly support staff are trained to the highest standards. Their thorough knowledge of the latest procedures and medicines ensures that their patients receive the best in preventive and healing care.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Able to effectively communicate with others in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Providing nursing care for all inpatient's
• Full technician skill utilization
• Collecting patient histories & physical exams
• Medication refills, and pet parent communication
• Proficient in medical calculations
• Venipuncture / IVC placement
• Hands Free Radiology (Associate safety a top priority)
• Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
• Providing compassionate care for all patients
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid vacation
• Sick days
• 401(k)
• Generous employee pet discounts
• Career development programs
• Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships
• Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
• Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
• Referral bonuses
• Infertility benefits
• Competitive wage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed