ECC Veterinary Assistant

Virginia; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary medicine is seeking a dedicated ECC Veterinary Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role is vital in supporting clinical faculty and senior veterinary students in the ICU/ECC sections of a busy teaching hospital. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, providing exceptional care to animal patients while contributing to the education of future veterinary professionals. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, this position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your skills and make a meaningful impact in emergency medicine. Join a team that values camaraderie and continuous learning while enjoying competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Free Classes at Virginia Tech

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary medical setting, preferably in emergency/intensive care.
• Strong knowledge of basic nursing skills and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean environment and provide basic care for animal patients.
• Assist clinicians with triaging and admitting emergency patients.

Skills

Veterinary Medical Experience

Basic Nursing Skills

CPR Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Advanced Veterinary Technician Skills

Education

Veterinary Technician Program Enrollment

Job description

Job Description

About Us:
Join our dynamic and energetic team at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital! We are passionate about the fast-paced world of emergency medicine and dedicated to teaching the future of veterinary medicine. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and the shared goal of providing exceptional care to our patients.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated ECC Veterinary Assistant to support our clinical faculty and senior veterinary students in the ICU/ECC (Emergency Critical Care) sections of our Veterinary Teaching Hospital. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of our emergency services and in delivering top-notch care to our animal patients.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Maintain a clean and organized environment by performing cleaning and stocking duties.
2. Provide basic care for animal patients, including walking dogs.
3. Manage ward and treatment room operations, focusing on infection control and isolation management.
4. Assist clinicians with receiving, triaging, and admitting emergency patients.
5. Support critical care nursing procedures in the ICU.
6. Administer treatments and medications as directed by clinical faculty.
7. Instruct senior veterinary students in technical and manipulative skills related to ICU/Critical Care.
8. Facilitate client communications and phone inquiries.
9. Assist with payment collection and financial discussions.

Why Join Us?

1. Fun and Energetic Team: Work with a group of passionate professionals who love what they do. Our team is known for its camaraderie, mutual support, and a shared sense of purpose.
2. Fast-Paced Environment: Thrive in an exciting and dynamic setting where no two days are the same. We embrace the challenges of emergency medicine with enthusiasm and dedication.
3. Teaching and Learning: Contribute to the education of future veterinary doctors while enhancing your own skills. We believe in continuous learning and professional growth.
4. Team Culture: Our team culture is built on respect, collaboration, and a positive attitude. We celebrate successes together and support each other through challenges. We value open communication, innovation, and a strong work ethic.
5. Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy a starting salary of $36,500, a sign-on bonus for new hires, and relocation benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Competitive salary with shift adjustments.
• State retirement plan with pension option.
• Excellent state medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation (up to 4 weeks), sick leave, paid holidays, and 8 weeks paid parental leave.
• Paid continuing education and VTS, along with uniform allowance and tuition assistance.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• Relocation assistance.
• Opportunity to take classes at Virginia Tech for free (up to 12 credits per year).

Required Qualifications

Experience in a veterinary medical setting, preferably in emergency/intensive care.

Strong knowledge of basic nursing skills and CPR.

Ability to assist with advanced veterinary technician skills such as central venous line placement, urinary catheterization, and monitoring blood transfusions.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Enrollment in or interest in enrolling in a veterinary technician program, with tuition reimbursement opportunities available.

Pay Band

3; Salary

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Starting at $36,500; to commensurate with experience.

Review Date

1/22/2025

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.