Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Allianceanimal; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a progressive, multi-doctor practice focused on comprehensive animal care. You’ll be involved in various tasks, from triaging incoming patients to managing anesthesia and communicating treatment plans. With ongoing training and development opportunities, you can grow your career while making a difference in the lives of animals. Enjoy a supportive work environment with competitive compensation and a sign-on bonus, making this a fantastic opportunity for dedicated professionals.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Uniform Allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Proficient in sample collection and anesthesia monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Manage and care for medical and hospitalized cases.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively with clients.

Skills

Pet restraint

Triage incoming patients

Sample collection

Anesthesia monitoring

Effective communication

Education

1-year experience as Vet Assistant

Tools

Radiology equipment

Laboratory testing equipment

Job description

Kersting Veterinary Hospital is a well-established, progressive, fast paced, multi-doctor, mixed animal practice located in Chesterfield, MO. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Preventive Care, Surgery, In house Diagnostics, Digital full body and dental radiology, and vacation boarding and more.

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 just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

• An Experienced Vet Assistant with aminimumof 1-year experience
• Experience with Exotics is a plus!
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, anesthesia monitoring etc.
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

***$500 Sign On Bonus Available***

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.