Experienced Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
At North Star Veterinary Hospital, we are a collaborative, client-centered team dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care across a diverse range of species. As an established mixed animal hospital in Parkton, our caseload extends beyond dogs and cats to regularly include horses, reptiles, and small mammals, offering a dynamic and engaging environment where no two days are the same. We believe great patient care starts with a supported and empowered team, fostering a workplace centered on professional growth, hands-on learning, and mutual respect. From continuing education opportunities to a culture that values your skills and voice, we are dedicated to helping our technicians thrive. While the hospital generally seeks skilled Registered Veterinary Technicians, this specific posting is for an Experienced Veterinary Assistant who is passionate about patient care, eager to grow, and excited to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1-year experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred
- Compassionate
- Calm
- Team Player
- Multi-Tasker
- Strong Communicator
- Able to properly restrain pets
- Desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset
Nice To Haves
- Proficient in sample collection
- Proficient in obtaining medical histories
- Proficient in processing laboratory tests and radiographs
- Proficient in anesthesia monitoring
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 Assistance Program
- Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
- Career Development Opportunities
- Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
- Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
