Veterinary Assistant

Mission Veterinary Partners • Middletown, NJ

55d • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Middletown Animal Hospital has an opportunity for an Experienced Full-Time Veterinary technician/Assistant to join our team! Middletown Animal Hospital is a modern, well-equipped, progressive 6 DVM hospital. Our 20-person team is looking for an energetic team player who will be working closely with the doctors and other veterinary assistants. Our 6-doctor, AAHA-accredited Animal Hospital is a busy and fast-paced hospital that sees dogs, cats, and two of our doctors see exotics and pocket pets. We have an excellent clientele and an even better, inclusive team! Some of our services include orthopedic surgeries, laser therapy, ultrasound, and more. We like to incorporate fear-free techniques when we can do so safely. We have our Veterinary Assistants as hands-on as we can. We use them to draw blood, place IV catheters, monitor anesthesia, conduct dental cleanings, and more. Our leadership team continuously strives to foster an environment that is emotionally intelligent, positive, fun, and inclusive. We all love to do a great job while having fun. We want a personable, positive person who will support their co-workers. Personality is most important, as we can always teach a skill. Join our team!

Requirements

• Must be proficient with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthetic monitoring, dental cleaning, restraint, and medical terminology.
• The Veterinary Assistant must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and lift over 50 pounds with the assistance of a coworker. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills.
• The Veterinary Assistant must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The Veterinary Assistant is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
• The Veterinary Assistant must be fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
• The Veterinary Assistant must be able to exchange accurate information with all clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Our Veterinary Assistants assist the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in all of their duties
• The Veterinary Assistant helps to prepare animals for exams and surgery.
• The Veterinary Assistant aids in performing medical treatments.
• The Veterinary Assistant will perform or prepare laboratory tests.
• The Veterinary Assistant will administer medications under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
• The Veterinary Assistant will obtain and properly handle/prepare in-house and laboratory specimens (cytology, blood draws, blood smear, fecal, etc.)
• The Veterinary Assistant works in cooperation with staff to attend to any immediate needs.
• The Veterinary Assistant handles animals and their owners in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner, and inform staff and clients of any pertinent medical information related to animal care.
• The Veterinary Assistant maintains a healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animals.

Benefits

• PTO - 80
• Full-time team members will be awarded additional PTO based on their years of service.
• Holiday Pay 48 hours to apply towards 6 recognized holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day)
• The holiday PTO hours can be used at the team member's discretion to cover the actual holiday as observed by the hospital or other absences with approval from their Manager.
• Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raises
• Dream Fund - Potential annual bonus awarded.
• Medical, Vision and Dental plans available
• FSA and HSA options available
• Maternity Leave
• 401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match
• Access to Healthy Minds @Work App - to promote mental health and reduce burnout and reduce stress
• Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program
• Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you
• 24 hour access
• Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more
• Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus
• Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support Easy access to legal/financial experts and information
• Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions
• Build coping skills to manage life's challenges and gain control of your life
• Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics
• Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page
• ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!!
• Optional Insurances Available
• Life Insurance AD&D
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accidental Insurance
• Pet Benefits
• Uniform Allowance - Full Time $150, Part Time $75
• Internal Employee Rewards Program
• Reward your co-workers with points that are redeemable for gift cards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees