Veterinary Assistant

Montgomery Animal Hospital; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Montgomery Animal Hospital in Cleveland, OH is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our AAHA-accredited, multi-doctor practice that treats dogs, cats and exotics (no exotics experience necessary!). We offer mentorship from RVTs and a team that values high standards of care.

Compensation is $15-20/hour depending on experience; applicants must be available for afternoon/closing shifts. Benefits for full-time team members include a 401k with up to 4% match, health insurance (clinic pays

Qualifications

• Experience assisting veterinarians in clinical settings.
• Willingness to learn and be mentored by RVTs.
• Strong teamwork and communication during busy shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and veterinary technicians in restraint and treatment of pets.
• Perform duties such as toenail trims, injections, basic lab work and radiograph support.
• Monitor animals, record observations, and maintain cleanliness of hospital areas.
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist during surgeries.
• Pass drug screening and background checks as required.

Skills

Animal care

Patient restraint

Medical assistance

Job description

Have you been dreaming of a veterinary clinic that lights your fire instead of burning it out? Montgomery Animal Hospital could be the change you’ve been looking for in your veterinary career!

We are a thriving multi-doctor practice in the Kenwood area that treats dogs, cats, and exotic pets (no exotics experience necessary!). We are seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our outstanding team! Are you looking to develop new skills? We will support you! Our experienced RVTs believe in sharing their knowledge and welcome new employees to mentor.

Our hospital has been AAHA accredited since 1950 and our amazing RVTs and veterinary assistants are instrumental in providing the high standards of veterinary care that generations of pet owners have come to expect and receive from us. We give our VAs the freedom to do what they do best: provide exceptional pet and pet owner care and have fun while they do it!

Compensation is based on experience and ranges $15-20/hour depending on experience level. Applicants must be available to work afternoon/closing shifts.

Benefits for full-time team members:

• 401k plan with up to 4% match.
• A chance to grow and learn from kind and incredible staff members.
• Flexibility with scheduling (we want you to be able to enjoy your time both in and outside of work!).
• Regularly scheduled lunch and learn activities and educational staff meetings.
• Occasional staff outings (we recently had a great time at Tokyo Kitty!)
• Health Insurance (premium paid 50% by the clinic).
• 6 Paid Holidays.
• 40 hours PTO (increases each year that you work).

Examples of Job Duties:

• Assist doctors and veterinary technicians in restraint and treatment of pets.
• Perform occasional assistant-led appointments completing toenail trims, laser therapy, subcutaneous injections, routine anal gland expression, and basic lab work.
• Monitor animals in the hospital and assist with routine procedures.
• Record hourly observations of pets and chart status of their wellbeing.
• Maintain cleanliness of pet- and pet owner-facing areas of hospital.
• Feed and exercise of hospitalized pets as directed.
• Receive pets being hospitalized and undergoing procedures in reception area of hospital.
• Assist in monitoring and recovering anesthetized pets.
• Clean and sterilize surgery areas and instruments.
• Assist in proper positioning of pet while obtaining radiographs.
• Monitor and support non-hospital personnel (visitors, workmen, delivery people) while they are in the veterinary hospital.
• Maintain inventory of medical and non-medical supplies and equipment used in treatment, kennel, and laundry rooms.
• Bathe and groom dogs and cats as directed.
• Participate in scribing for a variety of different appointments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Applicants must be prepared to pass a drug screening and background check.