Veterinary Assistant

jobr.pro; Swansboro (NC); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

jobr.pro is hiring a Veterinary Assistant in Swansboro, North Carolina. The role involves pet restraint, triage, lab sample handling, and diagnostic imaging. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience and strong communication skills.

The position offers a pay range of $18 - $20/hr, based on experience. Additional benefits include health insurance, continuous education, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year professional experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Ability to withstand unpleasant odors and noises.
• Capacity to restrain pets properly.

Responsibilities

• Handle pet restraint and triage incoming patients.
• Manage diagnostic imaging and collection of lab samples.
• Administer medications and assist with surgeries.

Skills

Veterinary assistance experience

Communication skills

Multitasking ability

Calm team player

Sample collection proficiency

Job description

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 professional experience.
• Compassionate, calm team player.
• Ability to multitask.
• Strong communication skills.
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficiency 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: $18 - $20/hr depending on level of experience

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 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.)

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.