Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Bensonhurst Veterinary Care; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider is looking for a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Assistant. The role involves patient care, diagnostics, and direct communication with clients. Opportunities for continuing education and career development are available, alongside comprehensive benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Continuing Education Allowance

Referral Bonus Program

Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Uniform Allowance

Qualifications

• Experienced Veterinary Assistant with minimum 1-year experience preferred.
• Proficient in sample collection and anesthesia monitoring is a bonus.
• Self-starter with desire to advance knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, and manage hospitalized cases.
• Administer medications and provide effective communication of treatment plans.
• Assist in surgical preparation and anesthesia management.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Multi-Tasking

Teamwork

Education

1 year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant

Job description

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.
• Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste, and potentially contagious diseases.
• Whether you’re looking to master your current role or grow into the next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands-on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications:

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker, and Strong Communicator.
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring is a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information:

• We offer our staff comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA.
• Employee Assistance Program, Paid Vacation and Sick Time for all employees, Paid Bereavement and Parental Leave Programs.
• Competitive Compensation, Continuing Education Allowance (for licensed/registered/certified roles), Tuition Assistance, and access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster.
• Career Development Opportunities, Referral Bonus Program, and additional benefits like Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses, etc.
• Hiring eligibility may depend on a satisfactory background check.

Note: Some benefits may vary for full-time vs part-time employment.

For more details, including our full equal opportunity statement, physical job requirements, and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.