What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Altitude Veterinary Hospital?
Who we are:
Altitude Veterinary Hospital provides a higher level of care for small pets. At Altitude, we understand that our pets are more than just pets, they are family. In addition to being AAHA accredited, we provide a wide range of services including specialty services such as acupuncture and TPLO’s. Along with these services we also offer boarding and grooming services. We are proud to work together to provide the highest quality of care to our patients and extraordinary service to our clients. We consider our team members our most valuable asset and strive to provide a fun, challenging, and positive work environment!
Altitude Veterinary Hospital is looking to add an experienced veterinary assistant to its fantastic team. As a veterinary assistant, you already know what it takes to be a successful veterinary professional. Some of the key qualities we are looking for with this opportunity include:
- A dynamic personality with a positive attitude
- Self-motivated and interested in continually improving skills and knowledge
- Able to work both independently (self-starter) and as a team player
- Follows directions but is also able to think outside of the box and propose new ideas
- Flexible and excited about change and growth in pursuit of a Higher Level of Care
- Detail-oriented, focused, and diligent
Some of the responsibilities of this role include:
- Daily maintenance of exam rooms including cleaning, stocking, and organizing
- Cleaning and maintenance of working areas including tables, counters, and other work areas
- Assisting Veterinary Assistants and Certified Technicians with check sheet duties
- Helping restrain pets when needed
- Ensure patients have their food, water, and walks as needed or directed by a Veterinary Assistant, Certified Technician or Doctor
- Under the guidance of Veterinary Assistants and Certified Technicians, keep an eye/ear out for nail trims and suture removals
- Proactively find tasks that can assist their fellow Team Members
- Other responsibilities as assigned
We care about the wellbeing of our employees, and have put together some great benefits, including:
Financial Benefits:
- A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program
- Referral bonus program
Wellness Benefits:
- Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and longterm disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
- All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
Workplace Benefits:
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- Professional development opportunities
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Ability to join our VetCor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians company-wide
Lifestyle Benefits:
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Come join our team! We look forward to your contributions toward a meaningful mission where you will make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Altitude Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
