What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician Assistant position at Vets Pets?
At Eastern Shore Animal Hospital, we care deeply about our team and the animals in our care. Working at a veterinary hospital can be a rewarding and fulfilling career choice for individuals who are passionate about animal care and want to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners.
At Eastern Shore you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a variety of animals and gain experience treating a range of conditions. You will contribute to the overall health and
well-being of animals in your community and work with a fun team who works hard, supports each other, and laughs regularly. You will have the opportunity to learn, build a career, and grow as a professional.
Position Overview:
The Veterinary Technician Assistnat is responsible for providing compassionate and attentive care to animals under their supervision.
Ideal Candidate:
- Naturally possesses a strong work ethic and seeks responsibility and progress.??
- Gets excited about business process improvement.??
- Takes?responsibility for work and completes work accurately and timely.?
- Always looking to make processes more efficient and effective.?
- Willing to listen and try new things and other peoples ideas.?
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Feeding and watering animals as directed
- Appropriately medicating pets
- Following laundry procedures
- Keeping facility floors and yards clean
- Supervising dogs properly when outside
- Bathing animals as instructed.
- Ensuring proper pet identification is in place.
- Documenting care appropriately
- Following safety procedures
- Keeping runs and cages clean throughout the shift.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.??
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, and unpleasant odors.?
- Ability to always communicate professionally and effectively and maintain professionalism in emotionally charged / challenging situations.?
- Ability to provide high quality customer service embodying a yes culture for clients.?
- Ability to work effectively with computers, software, and electronics.?
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Physical ability to handle and restrain animals?
Physical Requirements:???
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.?
- Ability to lift, walk, bend, twist, reach, push and squat most of the workday?
- The ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds?with or without accommodation
Perks and benefits include:
- Competitive Pay
- Tuition assistance veterinary assistants interested in becoming credentialed technicians
- Choice between two medical plans with prescription drug benefits
- Dental and vision coverage available
- 401(k) Savings Plan with employer match, including immediate vesting
- Life insurance for yourself, spouse and eligible dependents available
- Paid time off / holidays
- Health Savings Account available
- Short term disability available
- Supplemental critical illness and accident plans available
- Uniform allowance
- Continuing education allowance for credentialed technicians
- Employee assistance program
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
