Veterinary Assistant / Non-Credentialed Technician

Midwest Veterinary Specialists; Greenfield (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

Paid time off

401K retirement with employer match

Continuing education allowance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Greenfield, Wisconsin is looking for an Amazing Surgical Veterinary Assistant to join their Surgery, Sports Medicine & Rehab Center. Ideal candidates must possess a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and attention to detail. Responsibilities include assisting in surgeries, managing anesthesia, and performing diagnostics. Full and part-time positions available, with competitive compensation and benefits. This is an opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility with a dedicated team committed to excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in veterinary surgery is desired, but not required.
• Self-motivated and able to work well in a team.
• Conscientious individual with a passion for exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with patient evaluations and therapies.
• Anesthesia management including drug calculations and monitoring.
• Supporting surgeons during surgical procedures.
• Performing diagnostic tests like x-rays and CT scans.
• Client education and maintenance of medical records.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Job description

Seeking Amazing Surgical Veterinary Assistant – Greenfield, Wisconsin

Do you love surgery? Do you love working closely with a dedicated, involved practice owner and Board Certified Veterinary Surgeon who shares your passion of exceptional patient care & client service and values your knowledge and skill set? This could be the perfect job for you!

Midwest Veterinary Specialists is a state‑of‑the‑art veterinary surgery, sports medicine, and rehabilitation brick‑and‑mortar hospital in Greenfield, Wisconsin. With a tight‑knit team, our stunning facilities, and comprehensive therapeutic modalities, we provide exceptional surgical and non‑surgical care for working/sporting and companion dogs from consultation to diagnostic work‑up, and surgical & non‑surgical therapeutic programs, to achieve optimal outcomes and help dogs and cats to live their best lives. Meeting the needs of our clients and patients, while supporting our staff, are top priorities.

We are looking for full‑ and part‑time veterinary assistants to join our team of board‑certified specialists. Team members should have a positive, enthusiastic attitude, a profound attention to detail, work well within a team environment, and have strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will be self‑motivated, conscientious, and able to multi‑task. Previous experience in veterinary surgery is desired, but not required.

Team members will be welcomed to a state‑of‑the‑art 9,000 sq ft surgical and rehab hospital that shares the building with an adjacent brand‑new 6,000 sq ft veterinary urgent care center. It is complete with all the toys and amenities you want to ease workflow and maximize efficiency: state‑of‑the‑art operating suites, digital high‑definition radiography (with standing radiograph capability), GE VCT Lightspeed 64 CT scanner, GE LOGIQ S8 ultrasound, IDEXX in‑house labs, multiple large ORs, a full complement of surgical instrumentation, large treatment area and workstations, breakroom, large windows for easy line‑of‑sight, plenty of kennel and run space for patients, and plans for a future gait analysis system and MRI trailer. The large rehabilitation gym will include Aquapaws SS underwater treadmills, a Swimex jetted therapy pool, an Airpaws 200 land treadmill, a ceiling lift and track system for patient mobility assistance, plenty of room for land‑based therapies, and generous dedicated rehab kennel and run space. Large expansive windows throughout the hospital create a cheerful environment!

The hospital is equipped with cloud‑based software programs such as EzyVet, VetRadar, & Cubex to increase workflow efficiency with critical tools like electronic treatment records, whiteboards, anesthesia monitoring, billing, and communications with clients and RDVMs.

Benefits

• Friendly and collaborative working environment
• Competitive compensation
• Health/dental/life/disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement with 4% employer match
• Continuing education
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance & more
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Vision insurance

We value your experience and will allow you to utilize all of your skillset! Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Assisting with patient evaluations & therapies (obtaining patient history & assessment, obtaining vitals, medication dispensing and administration, epidural injections, PRP preparations, etc.)
• Anesthesia (drug calculations, IV catheter placement, induction, fluid administration, monitoring sedated patients)
• Assisting the surgeons in surgery
• Performing diagnostics (x‑ray, laboratory diagnostics, CT, urinalysis, cytology, etc.)
• Restraining animals for examination and diagnostics
• Surgical instrument care (cleaning, packing, sterilization, general maintenance)
• Performing physical therapy exercises and modalities under DVM supervision
• Nursing care and TLC for our patients
• Maintaining medical records
• Client education & communication
• Maintaining a clean and orderly work environment

Job Types

Full‑time, Part‑time

Schedule

• 4‑12 hour shifts

COVID‑19 Considerations

We practice rigorous cleaning protocols for all areas of our hospital. We have state‑of‑the‑art HVAC system that utilizes NeedlePoint Bipolar Ionization to remove bacteria, viruses, and mold permanently from circulation. Masks are welcomed as desired.

Travel Requirements

• Greenfield, WI 53220: Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience Requirements

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)

Work Location

One location

About Our Team

Work with a hospital owner who really cares about YOU and recognizes your contributions to the success of the practice. To truly be part of an inclusive and collaborative team, to start winning with work/life balance, to maintain your love of veterinary surgery and rehabilitation while working with transparent, directed and passionate owners… Contact us and let’s chat!