What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Companion Animal Medical Center?
Who we are:
Companion Animal Medical Center is seeking a full-time experienced veterinary assistant to join our small animal practice. Join our team and contribute to providing excellent patient care and client care to our community.
We are looking for a candidate with the following skills, with the ability to work independently, and as part of a team.
- Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
- Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines
- Experience in perioperative care, including discharginf patients
- Diagnostics - including radiographs, phlebotomy and sample collection, and in-house lab work
- Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff.
- Succinct documentation of patient records and client interactions.
Hours of work are 7:30am- 5pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and 8am-noon on Wednesday. Weekend shifts are expected for patient care etc.
We offer great benefits, including:
Financial Benefits:
- A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
- $16.50- $18.00 / hour
- 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
So, what are you waiting for? Apply today!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Companion Animal Medical 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.
Salary : $17 - $18
