Veterinary Assistant - Critical Care

New Jersey Department of Children and Families; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pet healthcare is looking for a passionate Veterinary Assistant to join their Critical Care department. This role involves providing nursing care, performing diagnostics, and ensuring excellent patient care in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a commitment to animal welfare, and a willingness to learn in a supportive workplace.

Benefits

Pet insurance

Career growth opportunities

Annual education allowances

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Able to perform diagnostics (radiographs, lab work).
• Knowledge of commonly used medications and side effects.
• Experience with physical exams and patient assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients according to hospital standards.
• Administer medications and perform phlebotomy.
• Monitor therapeutic response and understand anesthesia equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Anesthesia monitoring

Phlebotomy

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join their Critical Care department.

Are you committed and passionate about enriching lives through remarkable care for pets?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and rewarding work environment?

Are you a team player who enjoys working together to provide quality care for pets?

If you answered "yes" to these questions, then we want to hear from you!

Our Veterinary Assistants perform diagnostics (radiographs, lab work, etc.), set patients up in ICU or Inpatient ward, discharge patients, and handle client communication.

As a Critical Care Veterinary Assistant, you will:

1. Provide nursing care to patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
2. Report patient signalment, problem list, and plan during nursing rounds.
3. Understand classification of commonly used medications, associated side effects, and appropriately monitor therapeutic response.
4. Administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
5. Perform phlebotomy.
6. Perform physical exams; accurately assess heart rate, pulse, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate, and effort.
7. Possess a working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment and assist with patients assigned ASA I or II classifications.
8. Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrate proficiency in designated roles as assigned by attending clinicians and/or supervisors.

Why BluePearl?

• We offer pet insurance (Trupanion) and discounts for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
• We focus on career growth through skill development, talent programs, and leadership workshops. Our associates can advance in their careers within Mars Veterinary Health.
• We support continuous learning with annual education allowances, free sessions, BluePearl University, and access to over 2,000 medical journals.
• We prioritize your health and well-being with medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, parental leave, flexible schedules, 401k, paid time off, and a regional social worker for support.
• We foster a family-like culture committed to teamwork and remarkable pet care.

BluePearl is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. We are a drug-free workplace.