Veterinary Assistant

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

Job summary

An established animal clinic in Rogers is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role involves providing critical nursing care, managing hospitalized cases, and assisting in surgeries. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong communication skills and a passion for animal care. With opportunities for professional growth and continuing education, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in veterinary medicine. Enjoy a supportive work culture and comprehensive benefits that prioritize your well-being and development.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Career Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred.
• Strong communication and multi-tasking skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and management of hospitalized animals.
• Assist with surgical preparation and administer medications.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance

Compassion

Communication Skills

Multi-Tasking

Pet Restraint

Sample Collection

Anesthesia Monitoring

Education

High School Diploma

Veterinary Assistant Certification

Job description

Company Description

Faithful Friends Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive, fast-paced 6-doctor companion animal practice located in Rogers, AR. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Preventative Care, Surgery, Urgent Care, High Speed Dentistry, Cold Laser Therapy, In-House Diagnostics, Digital full body and dental radiology, Ultrasonography, Medical and Vacation Boarding.

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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 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

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 (i.e. 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 status vs part-time status.

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