Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal Health • Martinsburg, WV

86d • $14 - $16

About The Position

Shenandoah Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. Job duties include, but are not limited to: 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, and anesthetic management. The position requires the ability to withstand unpleasant odors and noises, and may expose the assistant to bites, scratches, animal waste, and potentially contagious diseases. We offer opportunities for growth through a variety of virtual and hands-on training and continuing development.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-year experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred
• Compassionate, calm, team player, multi-tasker, and strong communicator
• Ability to properly restrain pets
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring is a bonus
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance knowledge and skillset

Responsibilities

• Pet restraint
• Triage incoming patients
• Collection and analysis of lab samples
• Diagnostic imaging
• Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases
• 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)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees