Experienced Veterinary Assistant at Alliance Animal Health

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Apr, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

15 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pet Restraint, Triage, Lab Sample Collection, Diagnostic Imaging, Nursing Care, Medication Administration, Client Communication, Surgical Preparation, Anesthetic Management, Multi-Tasking, Strong Communication, Sample Collection, Medical Histories, Laboratory Tests, Radiographs, Anesthesia Monitoring

Industry

Veterinary Services

Description

Company Description The Paw Patch Veterinary Hospital opened its doors in 1984 under the leadership of Dr. Erik Tysklind and remains under his experienced leadership to this day. We are a busy, patient-focused practice dedicated to its core values. Our practice consists of 2 full-time Veterinarians along with several RVTs, support staff, and practice manager, with many members of the team being with the practice for 10+ years. At the Paw Patch, we are a family, with each team member supporting and encouraging the growth of another. Our team is seeking an enthusiastic, client advocate focused on providing the same 5-star care that our clients and patients have come to know and expect. Our ideal candidate will have prior experience working in a veterinary setting, with Cornerstone software experience being a plus. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, PTO, uniform allowance, and employee discounts. Sounds like a practice that you’d like to join? To learn more about us click here. Job Description 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. Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases. Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development. Qualifications We’re looking for: An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred. Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator Must be able to properly restrain pets. Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus! Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset. Performing dental cleanings and dental radiographs. Additional Information Pay Range: $18-$21/hr We offer our staff: Our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including: Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program) Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees 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) *Please note that hiring eligibility may be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/. #SS2

Responsibilities

The Veterinary Assistant will be responsible for pet restraint, triaging incoming patients, and managing nursing care for medical and hospitalized cases. Additional duties include administering medications, communicating treatment plans with clients, and assisting in surgical preparation.