What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Peavine Animal Hospital?
At Peavine Animal Hospital, we are dedicated to empowering our technicians to reach their full potential, fostering growth in both their skills and self-confidence. As a bustling veterinary hospital, we handle a diverse range of cases, including general practice, urgent care, soft tissue surgery, and orthopedics. Through compassionate client education, we strive to ensure every family leaves with a deeper understanding of veterinary medicine, enhancing their ability to provide the best care for their pets.
Why join Peavine Animal Hospital? We have a supportive management team that not only listens to feedback, but has built up staff appreciation through optional quarterly team building events, staff shout outs / prizes like employees of the month, holiday celebrations, and allows for flexible time off.
As part of our team, you'll help maintain our stellar reputation in the community by providing top-notch care and nurturing the human-animal bond. YOU will have the tools, mentorship, and opportunities to thrive professionally, including:
- Work-Life Balance: WEEKENDS OFF!! No Saturday or Sunday shifts, PTO, mental health assistance
- Competitive Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus 401k with company match
- Growth Opportunities: Continuing education and professional development support
- Perks: Employee discounts on services, a scrub allowance, and a referral program for extra potential earnings
- A Welcoming Team: We’re a growing, family-like environment where your voice matters
What We're Looking For: A Veterinary Assistant who is confident, skilled, and eager to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their people! As part of our team, you'll help maintain our stellar reputation in the community by providing top-notch care and nurturing the human-animal bond
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: admitting patients for procedures and exams, animal restraint, maintaining animal records and documenting conditions and updates, venipuncture including catheter placement, administering PO, SQ, IM, and IV medications, filling prescription's, completing laboratory testing and diagnostic imaging, and educating clients on veterinary medicine
What You Need to Succeed:
- at least 2 years of experience
- availability for a full-time schedule
- a drive to take initiative, provide collaborative efforts, and offer the highest quality of care to your patients and clients
- High School Diploma
Our hours are Monday - Friday from 7:30am - 5:30pm, closed on Saturdays and Sundays!!
Apply today! We look forward to hearing from you!
Peavine Animal Hospital is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Salary : $18 - $20