Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal Health; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a full-service facility, providing state-of-the-art care to pets while ensuring a supportive environment for both animals and their owners. With a focus on professional development, the position includes hands-on training to enhance your skills. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, paid vacation, and career advancement opportunities. If you are a team player with a passion for animal care, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Career Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus Program

Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Uniform Allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year veterinary experience required.
• Proficient in sample collection and anesthesia monitoring is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and care for hospitalized cases and perform diagnostic imaging.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively with clients.

Skills

Veterinary Experience

Pet Restraint

Sample Collection

Anesthesia Monitoring

Effective Communication

Education

Veterinary Assistant Certification

Job description

Company Description

North Haven Animal Hospital, located in New Haven County, CT, has earned a stellar reputation for providing state-of-the-art veterinary care through an experienced and compassionate staff. Founded by Dr. James T. Wells and Dr. Lewis Jolly in 1979 after they graduated from Purdue University’s veterinary school, they opened North Haven Animal Hospital.

North Haven Animal Hospital is a full-service facility dedicated to wellness, medical care, and more. The hospital combines the latest technological advancements with high-quality, personalized care. They prioritize ensuring pet owners are fully informed and involved in their pet's healthcare decisions, fostering a supportive environment where pets receive the best possible treatment. Their goal is to offer the best of modern veterinary medicine and old-fashioned, personalized compassionate service, ensuring that each pet is treated like family.

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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

We’re looking for:

• A minimum of 1-year veterinary experience as a Veterinary Assistant - required
• Saturdays until 12pm - required
• 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 (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 Program
• Access to CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits may include 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 additional details, including our full equal opportunity statement and physical job requirements, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/