Veterinary Assistant 1

Description

Veterinary Assistant Level 1-2

Eldersburg, MD

Description

Eldersburg Veterinary Hospital 

1527 Liberty Rd, Sykesville, MD 21784

(410) 795-3088

Are you ready to bring your passion and skills as a veterinary technician to a growing and thriving practice? Look no further! We are looking for a seasoned veterinary technician to join our tenured and thriving team. This is a full-time position. Compensation for this role is $18- $20/hour based on experience, and opportunities for overtime. Generous benefits package for full-time employees including: health insurance, paid time off, scrub allowance, pet discount, and more (see below).   Shifts are 8 or 12 hours. Hours of operation are Mon-Fri 8 AM - 7:30 PM and Sat 8 AM - 1PM. 

About EVH

For almost 50 years Eldersburg Veterinary Hospital has been serving our community and pets.  As a season veterinary assistant on our team, you will be an everyday hero where your skills and passion make a difference.  We're proud of the team we built and we're looking for additional support as we expand our doctor team. 

Our facility is bright, airy, and open with a welcoming atmosphere.  The team is thriving, educated, fun, and easygoing. We maintain and honor our positive culture. Our core values, Serve, Evolve, and Trust, are central to everything we do. While hiring, we will be looking for candidates who embody these values. With people-focused leadership and a commitment to providing work-life balance, careers at EVH are designed to help you grow your knowledge, reward your performance, and empower you to support the best outcomes for our clients and patients 

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Restraint and handling with low-stress techniques for dogs and cats (no exotics).
• Venipuncture/ iv catheter placement skills.
• Knowledge of vaccination protocols and administration.
• Knowledge of common medications and administration, as ordered by a veterinarian 
• Team player/ flexibility with scheduling.
• Assisting veterinarians and technicians as needed to facilitate smooth operations.
• Ensuring client satisfaction and client education
• Providing general nursing care to hospitalized patients 
• Facilitating communication between veterinarians and clients 
• Performing diagnostics (radiographs, phlebotomy, etc.) 
• Medical record keeping 
• Running in-house lab samples (we have a full suite of IDEXX in-house analyzers) 
• Housekeeping/cleanliness
• Other duties as assigned

Generous Benefits Package for Full-Time Employees: 

• Scrub Allowance: Eligible on 1st day
• Paid Time Off: 40 hours first year (accrued, PTO is a combination of sick/MD safe sick leave and vacation time)
• Paid Holidays: 6 Paid Holidays (eligible after 90 days)
• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision): Single and Family, 1st of the month after 60 days of employment
• Supplemental Insurance (e.g. life insurance, critical illness, etc.): 1st of the month after 60 days of employment
• 401k: 1st of the month following hire date (21 or older), match after 1 year
• Other Benefits: Continuing Education, Training Opportunities, RVT Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Referral Bonus Program, Wellness Resources, Employee Pet Discount

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role within the veterinary or animal care field 
• Registered Veterinary Technician licensed valued but not required
• Friendly, approachable demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to utilize software effectively for patient records,  digital x-rays etc. 
• Team player/ flexibility with scheduling
• Effective communication skills
• Professionalism and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and thrive in a dynamic environment
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Lifting and restraining: Being able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds from the floor to waist level, and to move patients from stretchers to tables 
• Standing and walking: Being able to tolerate standing and walking for long periods of time 
• Manual dexterity: Having a steady hand to handle animals, medical instruments, and laboratory equipment 
• Physical stamina: Having the endurance to meet the physical demands of the job

At Eldersburg Veterinary Hospital, we are committed to providing high-quality care to our animal companions and exceptional service to their owners. If you're ready to contribute your skills and passion to our team, we'd love to hear from you! We look forward to welcoming you to the Eldersburg Veterinary family!

Salary : $18 - $20