Experienced Veterinary Assistant

• Company Description***$1000 Sign-On Bonus Now Available***Pet accidents, illnesses, and injuries are all unfortunate and seem to always happen at the worst of times when primary care veterinarians are either closed or too busy to see the pet.
• For these reasons, we are excited to announce that our new Priority Pet Urgent Care of Hermitage is now open!We are available for urgent care pet needs 7 days a week from 2 pm – 12 am midnight.
• We’re looking to hire the most compassionate, experienced, and qualified LVMTs to ensure the highest quality of medicine is provided.
• Our new building and state of the art equipment will provide our teams the space and tools they’ll need to deliver the best in service and medicine for our community!To learn more about us, please visit our website at https://prioritypethermitage.com/Job DescriptionJob 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.QualificationsWe’re looking for:An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience.Compassionate and calm team player.Must be able to properly restrain pets.Ability to multi-task.Proficiency in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring skills are a bonus!Strong communication skillsSelf-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.Additional Information***$1,000 Sign-On Bonus Now Available***Pay Range: $18 - $22/hr depending on experience levelWe offer our staff: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 (applicable to licensed employees)Tuition Assistance Program Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn FosterCareer 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) *Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.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/#SS3

Compensation

USD 18 - USD 22 - hourly