What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at NVA?
Description & Requirements
About Us
Mason Family Pet Hospital is currently seeking to hire Veterinary Assistants to help support our fast paced, multi doctor veterinary practice! Over the past 20 years, we have served the Mason community by providing the highest quality of care to our patients and an excellent experience to our clients. We are aware of the stress that comes with working in the veterinary field and we pride ourselves on our ability to provide a fun, relaxed, and supportive atmosphere for our team members. If you share our love for pets and people, we would love to speak with you!
We are open to both full and part time candidates. Preference given to full-time candidates, with experience in a veterinary setting being a plus.
Why choose Mason Family Pet Hospital?
Great Atmosphere – We work together as a team and believe in supporting each other to ensure the success of the hospital as a whole. We always take our job seriously, but not always ourselves!
Competitive Pay – In addition to offering a competitive hourly rate, our full-time team members are also eligible for quarterly bonuses through our Site Incentive Plan bonus program!
Excellent Benefits – Health, Dental, Vision, and additional protections included for all full-time team members as well as complimentary wellness programs such as Talk Space and SupportLinc services. 401k program with company match available to all team members.
Flexible Schedule – Closing at 6PM through the week, limited Saturday hours and no Sundays ensures that you have the time you need away from work to relax and recover. Full-time team members also enjoy paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and even paid time off for your birthday!
Generous Employee Discounts – All regular employees are eligible to receive our employee discount, which includes discounts on goods and services ranging from 20% - 100% off, annual scrub & uniform allowances, and even generous partner discounts at local emergency clinics!
Continued Growth – We believe in the importance of continuing to train & educate our team, whether it be through lunch and learn opportunities with our vendor partners or mentorship with our senior staff members. We also offer sponsorship opportunities to our employees through our Penn Foster partnership program.
Job Description Overview:
Assist with patient care and treatment.
Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery.
Maintain inventory and stocking.
. Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e. Taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading fecal).
Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment.
Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital.
Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision.
Feeding/bathing animals.
Answering phones and helping reception as needed.
Customer service.
Helping clients with their pets.
Skills & Basic Qualifications:
Must be 18yrs old or older.
Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
Willing to be cross-trained to reception and scheduled there as needed.
Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
Highly Prefer 1 years of experience, but not required.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40lbs on own.
Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.
