Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Allianceanimal; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a compassionate veterinary practice in Cincinnati, where your skills can shine! As a Veterinary Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional care to pets, from triaging incoming patients to assisting in surgeries and managing medications. This position offers a variety of opportunities for professional growth through hands-on training and continuing education. With a focus on teamwork and communication, you'll be part of a supportive environment that values both pets and their owners. If you're passionate about animal care and looking for a fulfilling career, this is the perfect place for you.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave

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 preferred.
• Strong communicator and team player with multi-tasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming patients and manage nursing care for various cases.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively and assist in surgeries.

Skills

Pet restraint

Triage

Lab sample collection

Diagnostic imaging

Surgical preparation

Anesthetic management

Effective communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Veterinary Assistant experience

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Diagnostic imaging tools

Job description

Company Description

PetCare Animal Hospital opened its doors in 1986 in the Blue Ash area of Cincinnati. In order to provide advanced veterinary services to a greater number of concerned pet owners, Dr. Hill and his staff opened a new satellite location in the Loveland area in June 2008. Having practiced in Cincinnati for 30 years, Dr. Hill and his team of veterinary technicians, assistants, and receptionists have cared for dogs, cats, birds, and exotic animals throughout the tri-state area. Along with his full-time schedule caring for dogs, cats, birds, and exotics at PetCare Animal Hospital, Dr. Hill is a staff veterinarian at the Newport Aquarium where he treats a variety of exotic animal species.

Dr. Hill and his staff at PetCare Animal Hospital are dedicated to the highest quality medical care and personalized service for you and your pet. Our modern facility is equipped with the latest veterinary medical care equipment. Dr. Hill keeps up-to-date on the latest veterinary medical techniques by attending frequent continuing education programs. The entire staff at PetCare Animal Hospital is dedicated to preserving and strengthening the trust you place in us by providing outstanding medicine and compassionate veterinary care for your dog, cat, or exotic pet.

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
• 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 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 are a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• 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 on 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.