Veterinary Assistant Job – Joppa, MD

EverVet Partners; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision with HSA

Employee Assistance Program 24/7

Supplemental Life Insurance & AD&D

401K Plan with employer match

Maternity Leave

Bereavement Leave

Life, Short Term, Disability Insurance

Discount Programs

Discounted Veterinary Care

On-Demand Pay Options

Referral Bonus

Tuition payment for Vet Tech program

Job summary

Animal Care Center, an EverVet Partner, is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to join our caring veterinary team. You will support doctors and technicians, help restrain patients, assist with radiology, communicate with clients, and contribute to daily treatments for hospitalized animals.

We value compassionate care, teamwork, and the ability to thrive in a busy clinical environment. Training and growth opportunities are available within the EverVet network.

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary care or animal handling preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients and team members.
• Reliable, compassionate, and able to work in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams and procedures.
• Restrain patients safely and manage handling during imaging and treatments.
• Aid in radiology and diagnostic procedures as needed.
• Communicate with clients about care plans and aftercare instructions.
• Maintain clinical equipment and inventory, and ensure clean, organized treatment areas.
• Provide daily treatments to hospitalized patients as directed by the veterinary team.

Job description

Why You’ll Love this Veterinary Assistant Job!

Ifyou are passionate about animals and excited about the opportunity to interact with a variety of pets, then our Veterinary Assistant position is the one for you!

When you become a part of Animal Care Center, an EverVet Partner, you\'ll join a supportive community dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners.

As a Veterinary Assistant, you\'ll play a pivotal role in our veterinary team, ensuring exceptional service to our clients while maintaining the highest standards of care. Your responsibilities will include assisting doctors and technicians, managing patient restraint, aiding in radiology, communicating with clients, conducting medical procedures, maintaining equipment and inventory, and providing daily treatments to hospitalized patients.

Pay Range

$20 / hour

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision with a Health Savings Account*
• Employee Assistant Program available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week*
• Supplemental Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance*
• 401K Plan with Generous Employer Match
• Maternity Leave*
• Bereavement Leave
• Life, Short Term, & Disability Insurance*
• Discount Programs
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• On-Demand Pay Options
• Referral Bonus

Career Enhancement Benefits

• The opportunity for full tuition payment to attend Penn Foster\'s veterinary technician program*
• Access to Zoetis Clinical & Professional Program and Events
• Access to a multitude of VMG resources

*Indicates eligibility for Full-Time positions only