Veterinary Assistant

Mccormick Animal Clinic; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401k & 401K matching program

Life & supplemental insurance

HSA & FSA

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

McCormick Animal Clinic is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support the veterinary team in a busy Nashville clinic. You will restrain pets, triage patients, assist in exam rooms, collect and analyze lab samples, perform diagnostic imaging, and assist with medical and hospitalized cases.

The role also involves administering medications, communicating treatment plans to clients, and assisting with surgical preparation and anesthesia management. A positive, team-oriented attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar role is preferred but not required.
• Compassionate, calm, team player, multi-tasker and strong communicator.

Responsibilities

• Pet restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Assist in exam rooms and collection/analysis of lab samples.
• Perform diagnostic imaging and manage medical/hospitalized cases.
• Administer medications and communicate treatment plans to clients.
• Assist with surgical preparation and anesthesia management.

Skills

Compassionate

Calm

Team player

Multi-tasker

Strong communicator

Education

Veterinary technician license (preferred)

Tools

Radiography equipment

Laboratory testing equipment

Anesthesia monitoring equipment

Sample collection tools

Job description

Company Description

McCormick Animal Clinic is a full-service animal clinic serving the Nashville, TN (Donelson) area for over 30 years. Your pet’s health is very important to us and we will take every step to give your pet the best possible vet care. Our veterinarians and staff work closely together to ensure your pet can have the best quality of life through our variety of vet services. Our animal hospital is equipped to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to better serve your pet including wellness care, dental exams, dental x-rays, spay and neuter, boarding, grooming, and more!

Job Description

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, assisting in exam rooms, 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 just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience required.
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
• Veterinary technician license is preferred, but not required
• 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

Pay Range: $16-$19/hr

Benefits

• 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 Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.
• Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.

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