Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
Join the exceptional Emergency team at Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital of Grand Rapids! We're seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about high-quality patient care. Make a meaningful impact by working with a team that participates in clinical trials which drive advancements in veterinary care and improve the lives of pets! About You: You're a reliable, experienced Veterinary Assistant who works well under pressure, communicates effectively, and values teamwork. You want to be part of a collaborative, drama-free and fun team that delivers 5-star care to both patients and clients! About us: Teamwork & Culture: We pride ourselves on a supportive, respectful, and solution-oriented team dynamic. You’ll thrive here if you value teamwork, clear communication, and contributing to a positive workplace culture. About our hospital: Founded in 1991, Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital of Grand Rapids is committed to delivering the highest level of veterinary care. We recently expanded into a brand new, 10,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility, open 24/7 to better serve our community—and offer more opportunities for our dedicated team.
Requirements
- Previous veterinary experience required.
- Fluent English skills (speaking & reading); multilingual is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments and procedures.
- Perform technical tasks; IVC placement, medication administration, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, patient monitoring, etc.
- Monitor anesthesia using ECG, SpO2, EtCO2, and NIBP.
- Provide pre- and post-surgical care and assist with surgical prep and recovery for patients.
- Handle and process laboratory samples for submission to local and offsite labs.
- Accurately obtain and relay detailed patient histories.
- Document records, treatment and diagnostics into HMS system (ezyVet).
- Communicate effectively with clients on treatment plans, estimates, and discharge instructions including callbacks and updates.
- Educate and communicate with clients regarding their pet's condition, treatment plans, review of estimates, and follow-up care.
- Support hospital cleanliness, safety protocols and inventory management.
- Additional duties as requested by hospital leadership.
Benefits
- License fees covered for all employees including new and out-of-state transfers
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
- Discounted Employee Pet Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Access to Ethos-wide expansive VetBloom Learning and Development platform with RACE approved CE
- In depth tier training and development programs for both Veterinary Assistants and Licensed Veterinary Technicians
- Monthly in-house CE presented for all team members
- We have an extensive training program to help you meet your goals and learn new skills
- And more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
