Veterinary Assistant - Neurology Department
About The Position
Eastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Center (EPVMC) is seeking a Veterinary Nursing Assistant for its Neurology Department. EPVMC is a collaborative specialty hospital providing advanced veterinary care around the clock. Assistants are vital members of the medical team, supporting timely and compassionate care for patients with complex medical needs. The Veterinary Nursing Assistant supports veterinarians and technicians with patient handling, transport, preparation, procedures, diagnostics, and treatments. The role also includes caring for hospitalized patients, maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, restocking supplies, handling and transporting basic laboratory samples, assisting during emergencies, and documenting information in EzyVet as directed. The position emphasizes patient comfort and safety, teamwork, and compassionate care. Employment is contingent on successful completion of references and a background check.
Requirements
- 1–2 years of general practice experience, shelter medicine experience, or an equivalent role.
- Ability to remain calm and focused in high-acuity situations.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Willingness to learn and grow in a highly specialized department.
Responsibilities
- Assist the veterinary team with patient handling, restraint, and transport throughout the hospital.
- Prepare treatment areas and equipment for incoming patients.
- Prepare appointments for doctors in the Neurology Department.
- Support technicians and veterinarians during procedures, diagnostics, and treatments.
- Assist with hospitalized patient care, including walking, cleaning, feeding, and comfort monitoring.
- Help prepare patients for procedures, including positioning, clipping, and basic preparation tasks.
- Maintain clean and organized treatment areas.
- Restock medical supplies and prepare treatment spaces for incoming patients.
- Assist with basic laboratory sample handling and transport within the hospital.
- Support technicians and veterinarians during emergencies as needed.
- Maintain accurate documentation in the hospital information system (EzyVet) as directed by the medical team.
- Support patient comfort, safety, and compassionate care during hospitalization.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with a total company match of up to 4% after six months of employment.
- Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling.
- Continuing education allowance and professional development support.
- Mental health resources.
- Company-paid bonding leave or applicable state-provided bonding leave.
- Discounts on veterinary services and products.
- Savings on reference lab testing.
- Discounts on Purina pet foods.
- Preferred rates with the company’s pet insurance partner.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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