Veterinary Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Pharmacology
• Basic Medical Math
• IV Fluid Therapy
• Understand classification of commonly used medications, associated side effects and appropriately monitors therapeutic response.
• Unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Report patient signalment, problem list and plan during nursing rounds.
• Administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform physical exam; accurately counts heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
• Possess a working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment and assist with patients assigned ASA I or II classifications.
• Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrates proficiency in designated role as assigned by attending clinician and/or supervisor.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid parental leave
• Annual CE allowance
• Free training
• Access to 2,000+ medical journals
• Licensure, VTNE, and VTS support
• Company-paid disability coverage
• Mental health support, including 12 free therapy sessions annually
• Pet insurance
• Associate discounts
• Scrub allowance
• Referral bonuses