What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Care Associate position at Crestwood Animal Hospital?
Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Veterinary Care Assistant / Associate to join our team and provide exceptional care to our animal patients. As a Veterinary Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our veterinarians and ensuring the well-being of the animals under our care. This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about animal health and welfare.
In the role, you will:
- Provide proper animal handling and restraint
- Assist doctors and technicians with medical treatments, diagnostic tests, and procedures
- Obtain health history from clients, ensuring documentation is accurate and complete
- Maintain cleanliness of treatment and patient areas
- Restock and organize medical supplies
- Continually advance your knowledgebase and skill set
Skills and Qualifications:
- 1 year of professional experience in a veterinary clinical setting is required
- Must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to problem solve and handle multiple tasks
- Must have the ability to adjust to changes in the environment and able to handle stress in a calm manner
- Must be a team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude.
- Must be detail oriented due to the high level of quality medicine.
- Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 40 pounds, and work on feet most of the day.
Benefits and Perks:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- 401K with company match
- Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options
- Long Term Disability options
- Short Term Disability, paid for by employer
- Complimentary Life Insurance $25,000
- Generous Continuing Education allowance
- Personal Pet Discounts
- PTO and Paid Holidays
- Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Crestwood Animal Hospital strives to offer the most comprehensive, quality, caring veterinary services in the area. Our mission is “to consistently provide our patients with the highest quality veterinary medical and surgical care as well as create an atmosphere of compassion and comfort that allows clients to make the best decision for their animal companions.”
If you are a compassionate individual with a love for animals, possess the required skills, and are eager to contribute to the well-being of pets, we invite you to apply for the Veterinary Assistant position. Join us in providing top-notch care to our furry patients while working in a supportive environment that values your dedication.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)
- Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Crestwood, KY 40014 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Crestwood, KY 40014: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $21