Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal Health; Green Forest (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care seeks a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive care, including patient management and diagnostic support, in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to professional development, you will have access to ongoing training and career growth opportunities. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work culture that values teamwork and communication. If you are passionate about animal care and eager to advance your skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Matching

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred.
• Must be able to properly restrain pets and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Pet restraint, triage, and management of hospitalized cases.
• Administration of medications and surgical preparation.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Anesthesia Monitoring

Education

High School Diploma

Veterinary Assistant Certification

Tools

Diagnostic Imaging Equipment

Laboratory Testing Tools

Job description

Company Description

St. Francis Veterinary Clinic is a well-established, progressive, fast-paced 3-doctor mixed animal general practice located in rural northwest Arkansas. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients, including Preventative Care, Surgery, Urgent Care, Dentistry, In-House Diagnostics, Digital full-body radiology, Ultrasonography, Reproductive Health, Medical and/or Vacation Boarding, and more.

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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 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:

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
• 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 program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (e.g., Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses, etc.)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent on a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
• *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full-time employment vs. part-time.
• For additional details, including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job, and more, please visit this link.