Veterinary Assistant

PetVet Care Centers; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary service provider in Arkansas is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their team. The role involves providing high-quality clinical care to patients, performing various medical tasks, and contributing to a positive team environment. Ideal candidates should be compassionate, knowledgeable, and able to work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends.

Benefits

401(k) and matching

Dental, health, and vision insurance

Employee assistance and discount programs

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary assistant preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication skills for client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vitals and history from clients.
• Restrain animals safely for exams.
• Calculate and administer medication doses.

Skills

Compassionate

Knowledgeable

Professional

Diligent

Job description

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Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists is the leading provider of specialty & emergency veterinary services in Arkansas. We welcome qualified candidates eager to advance our services, deliver superior clinical care, and contribute positively to our culture in service to clients. We seek a bright, motivated, energetic, and experienced veterinary assistant to join our growing practice. Ideal candidates should be diligent, professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate. Contributing to a team environment with the goal of providing the best quality of life for patients and excellent client service is essential. This position includes night shifts and weekends.

Duties include:

1. Obtain vitals and a thorough history from clients at presentation.
2. Restrain canines and felines safely and humanely for exams, diagnostics, and treatments.
3. Perform venipuncture of Cephalic, Saphenous, and Jugular veins.
4. Conduct hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, fecal, coagulation panels, and process samples for reference labs.
5. Implement radiology techniques and positioning.
6. Place and maintain intravenous and urinary catheters, including central lines.
7. Calculate and administer medication doses, including oral, injectable, and CRI, with knowledge of drug compatibilities.
8. Perform emergency anesthesia, including calculations, monitoring, and recovery.
9. Complete medical records using hospital management software.
10. Prepare and fill prescriptions prior to discharge.
11. Review discharge instructions with clients.
12. Handle client calls, questions, and schedule appointments.
13. Work independently and collaboratively within a team.

We offer shift differentials for overnight and weekend shifts.

Benefits include:

• 401(k) and matching
• Dental, health, and vision insurance
• Employee assistance and discount programs
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 12-hour shifts
• Holidays, nights, overtime, and weekends as needed

PetVet Care Centers, Inc. operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states, employing over 11,000 staff including 800+ veterinarians. We are committed to high-quality medicine and service, fostering a partnership model with our hospitals.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer, making employment decisions regardless of race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, disabilities, military status, or other protected categories. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for details.

Additional details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Non-profit and Veterinary Services