Veterinary Assistant

National Veterinary Associates; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global pet care organization is seeking Technician Assistants to support veterinarians in delivering high-quality care. Responsibilities include assisting in medical procedures, maintaining patient records, and ensuring a safe environment for animals. Ideal candidates will have experience, relevant certification, and a passion for animal welfare.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Generous Pet Discounts

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar role.
• Minimum 18 years old for radiography duties.
• Detail-oriented, able to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the veterinarian in medical, surgical, and dental procedures.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and patient flow.
• Communicating clearly with the veterinarian and clients.

Skills

Anesthesia

Surgery

Dentistry

Patient nursing care

Client education

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate from NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• The base hourly range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00. Our pay ranges are primarily determined bylevel of experience. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The Technician Assistants are the veterinarian’s primary medical support and plays a vital role within the practice. Assistants must value the quality of care we provide at Parkway Veterinary Hospital and communicate the value to clients. The Assistants aid the veterinarian in achieving greater efficiency in overall patient care. Assistants will apply their professional technical skills in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, laboratory testing, patient nursing care and client education

A Technician’s/Assistant's focus is ever-changing according to the priority of the moment. This often requires significant multi-tasking and a creative thinking ability. The Technician’s/Assistant's must be a detail oriented person who can make good decisions, respond quickly and calmly to crises and always maintain high standards of patient care. Assistant's need to communicate clearly with the veterinarians, other practice personnel as well as with clients to ensure that patients receive the care that they need. Technician’s/Assistant's should enjoy working with people and animals.

Preferred Education/Licenses:

· Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

· High school diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred Experience:

· Minimum of two years experience as Veterinary Assistant or similar role

Personal Requirement:

· Minimum of 18 years old to perform duties involving radiography

· Enjoys working with people and is great team player

· Eager to learn, enthusiastic, and energetic

· Love and concern of animals well being

· Attention to detail

· Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 40lbs

· Performance Expectations:

· Ability to type and work at a computer

· Helping maintain the flow of patients

· Communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs

· Keeps accurate medical records

· Restrain animals effectively and safely using fear free techniques (dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, pocket pets)

· Prepare supplies needed for patient procedures

· Assists the Veterinarian in medical, surgical, and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery; maintains anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery

· Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian

· Adhering to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized

· Maintains medical equipment, surgical instruments, keeping rooms prepared, stocked and clean at all times

· Admits and discharges patients per DVM orders/follow up instructions

· Maintains a positive, cooperative relationships with other employees

· Employee Benefits at Parkway Veterinary Hospital (after probationary period)

· Benefits package including 401(k) participation, Paid Time Off , Generous Pet Discounts. In addition, medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance is offered to associates based on eligibility.

Parkway Veterinary Hospital is 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.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers 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, NVA 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.

NVA is 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.