Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — 4-Day Week & Growth

AAVMP; Manchester (CT); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match (up to 4%)

Generous paid time off and flexible F

Continuing education allowance and PD

Mental Health Resources

Company bonding leave

Job summary

South Windsor Veterinary Clinic in Manchester, CT seeks a Veterinary Assistant to join our Rarebreed team. You will provide compassionate care to pets and families, assist with restraints, exams, and surgeries, and help maintain medical records and exam rooms.

Our small-clinic, family-oriented culture supports ongoing training and work-life balance with a four-day work week and no weekend hours. Join us to work with modern tools like IDEXX ProCyte and ultrasound, while building skills and

Qualifications

• Must be a team player and have compassion for pets and their people
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Must be willing to work evenings
• High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to pet patients and their loved ones
• Perform restraint for blood draws, X-rays and physical exams
• Perform restraint on both feline and canine patients
• Keep accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy
• Prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas
• Perform physical assessments and record your observations
• Prepare estimates for procedures and discusses financial commitments with clients
• Explain necessary follow-up and home care instructions
• Stock clinic treatment area and exam rooms, and inform inventory manager when supplies need to be ordered
• Care for all surgical materials and keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery

Job description

South Windsor Veterinary Clinic in Manchester, CT seeks a Veterinary Assistant to join our Rarebreed team. You will provide compassionate care to pets and families, assist with restraints, exams, and surgeries, and help maintain medical records and exam rooms.

Our small-clinic, family-oriented culture supports ongoing training and work-life balance with a four-day work week and no weekend hours. Join us to work with modern tools like IDEXX ProCyte and ultrasound, while building skills and