Veterinary Assistant Experienced
About The Position
VCA Charles Towne Animal Hospital is hiring a Full time Veterinary Assistant who has surgical experience to join our team . About Us Our AAHA-accredited primary care facility provides illness care, surgery, dentistry, and more. We see canine and feline species patients! Our hours are typically Monday through Friday 8am-6pm, Saturday 8am-3pm, closed on Sundays. Check out our website here: https://vcahospitals.com/charles-towne Compensation : $18 - $24 / hr is based on skill set and experience. Schedule : Saturday rotation required About the Role As a Veterinary Assistant, you will help create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our patients and clients. Duties will include:
Requirements
- Qualified candidates will have at least one year of experience as a veterinary assistant performing these technical duties, or similar level of experience as a veterinary technology student.
- We are looking for individuals to join our team, who will bring a positive attitude and who will contribute to our positive culture.
- This individual will also take an owner's approach towards all areas of care at the hospital and provide the highest standard of care to their patients, clients, leadership and their peers.
Responsibilities
- Compassionate patient care
- Client education and care
- Venipuncture and catheter placement
- Radiology and diagnostics
- Lab sample collection and processing
- Surgical preparation and assisting
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Dentistry
- Medication preparation and administration
- Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
- Medical recordkeeping
Benefits
- Health & Well Being Medical, dental & vision insurance, a variety of additional coverage options Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay (when applicable)
- Other Perks Generous hospital discounts for your pets.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
