Surgery Veterinary Assistant

Ethos Veterinary Health; Mission (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their Surgery department. This role offers the chance to work with board-certified specialists in a 24-hour hospital setting, providing critical care to animals. You will be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and mentorship, ensuring a welcoming environment for learning and growth. Enjoy the opportunity to utilize your skills while gaining exposure to advanced techniques and state-of-the-art equipment. If you're passionate about animal care and looking to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Quarterly bonus program

Uniform allowance

Pet insurance

Generous employee pet discount

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Ability to work well in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with anesthesia monitoring during surgeries.
• Prepare blood samples for diagnostic testing.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance

Anesthesia Monitoring

Client Service

Communication Skills

Education

Veterinary Technology Degree

Tools

Surgical Equipment

Diagnostic Tools

Job description

Are you an experiencedVeterinary Assistantlooking to fully utilize your skills and learn from board certified Surgery specialists? Do you want to work with a team that focuses on teamwork and truly cares about each other? Look no further asMission Veterinary Emergency & Specialty, located in Mission, KS (Kansas City)has a great opportunity for you!

About Us:
Mission Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital is a 24-hour hospital that focuses on the most critical needs of the animals in our community. Our board-certified specialists provide the most advanced care for our patients.

Our hospital has been ranked in the top "Best Veterinarians in Kansas City" by City Lifestyle.

We are searching for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support our Surgery department! As one of our Veterinary Assistants, you will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of our board-certified specialists.

About the job:
As a Surgery Veterinary Assistant you will be responsible for assisting with;

• Anesthesia monitoring
• Obtaining and preparingvarious blood samples for diagnostic testing
• Providing knowledge of the equipment and materials used and their availability
• Maintain all surgical instrumentationand equipment

About You:

• You have a minimum of 1 year of Veterinary Assistant experience.
• You have the ability to maintain a positive outlook and ability to work well in a busy environment.
• It is important to you to provide outstanding client service and excellent patient care.
• You enjoy working as a team and are able to remain composed during stressful and emotional situations.
• You understand that clear, effective communication among clients and team members is a priority and are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families.
• You’re looking for an opportunity to utilize your full skill set while simultaneously learning new & advanced techniques.
• You have the ability and desire to deliver exceptional client service.

What You Can Expect:

• We pride ourselves on a welcoming environment where team members feel safe to learn and seek guidance from each other.Our tenured team of technicians enjoy having the opportunity to mentor and guide newer technicians. They work hard to support and encourage each other and love to celebrate wins, big or small. We have our own learning and development time! You will be required to train, coach, mentor and teach what you have learn after gaining the appropriate knowledge.Our team of Doctors and Technicians utilize state of the art equipment to perform advanced techniques providing excellent care and treatment services.

Check out the video below to see what it's like working at our Mission or Overland Park locations!
https://youtu.be/YPfZT7muBhQ?si=BUQa1z14nOqMDGyp

Schedule:

• Between the hours of 6a-6p weekdays M - F 8 hour shifts

Base Salary:

• Starting at $16/hr and depends on experience (DOE)

Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Employee assistance programs
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Tuition reimbursement and scholarships available toward an Accredited Veterinary Technology Programs
* Shift Differentials
* Quarterly Bonus Program
* Uniform Allowance
* Paid Time Off
* Medical/Dental/Vision
* Short/Long term Disability
* Life Insurance
* Pet Insurance
* Generous Employee Pet Discount

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com..

Ethos Veterinary Healthoffers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado,Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Healthis an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.


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