What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Berkeley Veterinary Center?
Who we are:
About Our Pack:
Our team at Berkeley Veterinary Center is passionate about their work, and we are incredibly close; we have created a family-like atmosphere and an enjoyable work environment. We are an AAHA-accredited hospital and the very first Fear Free Certified veterinary practice in the state of NJ which means we hold ourselves to higher standards in order to provide the highest level of care to our furry patients. Our Google reviews reflect highly on the quality of care that we strive to continuously provide to our clients and their beloved pets. Our skilled and tight-knit team is dedicated to our patients, clients, and community. The adorable fur babies we treat are cats/kittens and dogs/puppies.
Berkeley Veterinary Center has an opening for an experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician to add to our incredible team. Tired of only hearing about life outside of work but never seeing it for yourself? Need a fresh work environment? Looking to work with excited, energized people who bring their funky selves to work each day and encourage you to do the same? If so, Berkeley Veterinary Center wants to talk!
Berkeley Veterinary Center is a two-doctor practice with a well-established support staff committed to providing unparalleled patient care. From Doodles and Bengals to Persians and Mutts. Our team is more than a group of compassionate veterinary professionals; we are a supportive team that welcomes you to bring your authentic self. Want to show us the sweater you just knitted for your cat? Please do. Feel the need for midday sing-a-long. We'll harmonize!
What We’re Looking For:
- Requirements: Highschool diploma or equivalent
- Experience: Certified Veterinary Technician (preferred), Experienced Veterinary Assistant
In addition to offering a clinic culture of compassion and support, we also offer some
exceptional 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 long-term 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
- A vibrant Facebook community where like-minded teammates come together to share ideas, swap experiences, and uplift each other with support and inspiration!
Lifestyle Benefits:
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Our veterinary technicians should be ready to:
- Laugh. Life is short; smile while you still have teeth.
- Let your passion for pets and veterinary care shine every day
- Be positive! Because with the right cattitude, anything is pawsible
- Have strong communication skills with both clients and coworkers
- The ability to work well and efficiently under pressure
- Multitask and prioritize daily tasks and responsibilities
- Able and motivated to work as a team. Teamwork makes the dream work!
- Withstand puppy kisses and kitty headbutts
What we're willing to give in return:
- 4–5-day work weeks
- Mentoring and support for all team members
- Flexibility with scheduling to ensure a healthy work-life balance
- Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us
- Lunch breaks on the reg
- Opportunities for growth
We cannot wait to hear from you! Apply today!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Berkeley Veterinary Center 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.