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Find out what MVA can do for your career!
Come join a team that cares about your career, happiness, and your future. Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA) is a different kind of hospital in that we have personal and professional rewards you will not find anywhere else.
Our team members make us extraordinary, and they (and YOU , if you join us!) are always top priority. At MVA, you will help to make life better for pets and families at the largest, privately-owned specialty, emergency, and critical care hospital in our region.
Advance your career with top-of-the-line medicine and diagnostics in our state-of-the-art 25,000 square foot hospital that is home to 13 specialty departments.
MVA has excellent employee benefits , just to name a few :
- Health insurance
- Generous paid time off
- Employee recognition program
- Education assistance
- Continuing education allowance
- Team-member-focused training to reach personal and professional goals
- Team events
- A great work atmosphere
- See below for all of the benefits we offer!)
We are looking to add to our growing hospital and are in search of Veterinary Assistants with approximately a year of experience with dog and cat handling / restraint in a clinical atmosphere to join our Emergency Department.
The mid-shift schedule we are hiring for is :
Thursday–Saturday, 2 PM– 2 AMSunday-Wednesday, 4 PM - 2 AMRequirements
Experience and comfort with patient (dog and cat) restraint and handling requiredBasic knowledge of small animal medicine (proper restraint / handling, diagnostics, laboratory testing)Sound knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and disease processesAssist Nurses and Doctors in appointments, procedures and diagnosticsAssist with anesthesia, surgery and discharge preparationCommunicate with clients, and team members (verbally and written)Patient care responsibilities including laundry, husbandry, walking dogs, cleaning cagesProficient computer skillsPerform digital radiographsStocking of supplies in various locations throughout the hospitalEnsure cleanliness and integrity of the hospitalAttention to detail, organization and a calm demeanor requiredAbility to focus, prioritize and multitask in a fast paced, environmentFear Free handling : safe, stress free interactions for team members, clients, and patientsOur top tier benefits include :
Mid-shift and weekend schedules eligible for 15% shift differentialsLeading industry compensationEducation Assistance Program & tuition reimbursementMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance availableFlexible hours - encouraging a solid work life balancePaid time offPaid volunteer time off200 annual scrub / shoe allowanceContinuing education paid time off and allowance (for licensed and non-licensed team members)Retirement plan including matching fundsTeam member recognition, and reward platform through WorkTangoEmployee discount (20% off services, supplies at cost)Pet bereavement day paidPet adoption reimbursementPregnancy related and Parental leaves provided at 100% payTeam members snacks, coffee, fresh fruit provided dailyMentorship with a team dedicated to Education and DevelopmentEmotional support and well-being benefits for team membersUnlimited growth potentialEveryone is on a first name basis in our inclusive, friendly, comfortable work environmentA strong focus on team member well beingTeam member eventsSalary : From $17.50 per hour
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Salary : $18
