Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Kersting Veterinary Hospital; New Milford (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role offers the opportunity to engage in diverse responsibilities, including patient triage, lab sample collection, and surgical assistance. You will thrive in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth through ongoing training and development. With a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on teamwork, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in veterinary medicine while making a meaningful impact on animal health and wellbeing.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Matching

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Tuition Assistance

Pet Discounts

Referral Bonus Program

Uniform Allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred.
• Must be able to properly restrain pets and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming patients and manage nursing care of medical cases.
• Assist in surgeries and manage anesthetic protocols.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance

Pet Restraint

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Anesthesia Monitoring

Education

Veterinary Assistant Certification

Tools

Laboratory Tests

Diagnostic Imaging

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 role or grow into your 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 comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, liability insurance, 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, access to CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster, Career Development Opportunities, Referral Bonus Program, and additional benefits such as Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, and Bonuses.
• Hiring eligibility may depend on a satisfactory background check.

Note: Some benefits may vary depending on full-time or part-time employment status.

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