Veterinary Assistant — Emergency Care & Growth

PetVet Care Centers; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with employer match

Team member pet discounts

Calm app & 24/7 EAP

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists in Little Rock, AR is seeking Veterinary Assistants to support veterinarians and technicians by maintaining equipment, feeding and handling patients, and performing clerical tasks. The role emphasizes quality patient care and exceptional client service in a busy emergency setting.

Join a culture of care with opportunities for professional development and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Veterinary Medicine.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vitals of patient and a thorough history from client at presentation.
• Restrain canines and felines safely and humanely for exam, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Venipuncture of Cephalic, Saphenous, and Jugular.
• Perform hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, fecal, coagulation panel, and process laboratory samples for reference lab.
• Radiology techniques and positioning.
• Place and maintain Intravenous Catheters including central lines.
• Place and maintain Urinary Catheters.
• Calculate medication doses, including oral, injectable, and CRI.
• Administer oral, injectable, and CRI medications, including knowledge of drug compatibilities.
• Knowledge of CPR procedures.
• Perform emergency anesthesia, including calculations, monitoring, and recovery.
• Complete medical records in hospital management softwareFill prescriptions prior to discharge.
• Review discharge instructions with client.
• Handle client calls and questions, including schedule appointments.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

CPR procedures

Emergency/urgent care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists in Little Rock, AR is seeking Veterinary Assistants to support veterinarians and technicians by maintaining equipment, feeding and handling patients, and performing clerical tasks. The role emphasizes quality patient care and exceptional client service in a busy emergency setting.

Join a culture of care with opportunities for professional development and a collaborative team environment.