Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Allianceanimal; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with pets and their owners, providing essential medical care and support. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including patient restraint, triage, and assisting in surgical preparations. With a commitment to continuous learning and development, this position not only allows you to master your current skills but also offers pathways for career advancement. Join a close-knit community that values teamwork and compassion in a picturesque location, where your contributions will make a real difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Matching Program

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance

Referral Bonus Program

Holiday Pay

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming patients and manage nursing care for medical cases.
• Administer medications and communicate treatment plans with clients.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance

Patient Restraint

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Sample Collection

Anesthesia Monitoring

Education

High School Diploma

Veterinary Assistant Certification

Job description

Since opening our doors in 1979, Candlewood Animal Hospital has been dedicated to helping pets and their owners stay healthy and live long lives together. We individualize our approach to pet care to make rational, informed decisions regarding each pet’s needs. We keep up with the latest trends in veterinary care and blend our approach to meet each individual’s needs.

Using advanced, modern technology to help us formulate a treatment plan for patients, we can best care for pets' illnesses and find ways to bring them back to health as rapidly as possible. Our team works in partnership with pet owners to keep their furry family members healthy and happy. Our hospital offers wellness and preventative care, care for sick and/or injured pets, dentistry, digital x-rays, a complete surgery suite, an in-house laboratory, reproductive medicine including artificial insemination, ultrasound, and more!

Our prime location in Connecticut gives you everything you need to rest, recharge, and reinvigorate. New Milford blends historic New England style with picturesque scenery and untouched nature. This is a close-knit community with charming neighborhoods and prestigious school districts. New Milford hosts local festivals that draw crowds year-round whether you enjoy short films, Christmas caroling, or discovering new artists. Whether you enjoy boating on Candlewood Lake, listening to live jazz on the green, hiking in Lover’s Leap State Park, or strolling through the historic downtown, this community has something for everyone. Once you step foot in our haven, you’ll find it difficult to leave!

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 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:

• Comprehensive benefits for full-time team (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• 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!
• Holiday pay
• *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.