Veterinary Assistant - Neurology

Grass Valley Veterinary Hospital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Grass Valley Veterinary Hospital is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their Neurology department in Midtown, NYC. The successful applicant will provide essential nursing care, assist with patient discharge, and educate clients about their pets' health. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package including insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Trupanion pet insurance

Discounts on pet treatments

Annual education allowances

Free training sessions at BluePearl University

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options

401k and paid time off

Licensed social worker support

Qualifications

• Experienced Veterinary Assistant required.
• Ability to perform callbacks and provide nursing care.
• Familiarity with vital parameters and IVC placement.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and support for stable patients.
• Educate clients and communicate findings to the Clinician.
• Assist with IVC placement and venipuncture.

Skills

Nursing care

Client education

Physical examination

Intravenous fluid setup

Patient restraint

Job description

BluePearl in Midtown, NYC is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our Neurology department!

Schedule: 4 10-hour shifts during the weekday

Pay: $22.50 - $30.00 / hour

As a Neurology Veterinary Assistant, you will:

1. Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
2. Discharge patients, perform callbacks, and refill medications.
3. Educate clients, gather histories, and communicate findings to the Clinician.
4. Perform physical exams; accurately assess heart rate, pulse, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate, and effort.
5. Understand normal vital parameters.
6. Assist with IVC placement and venipuncture.
7. Set up intravenous fluids.
8. Operate and troubleshoot all brands of intravenous fluid pumps.
9. Restrain patients during consults and diagnostics.

Why BluePearl?

• We are passionate about pets, offering Trupanion pet insurance and discounts on pet treatments, procedures, and food for our associates.
• We support career growth through skill-based leveling, talent development programs, and leadership workshops. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, there are numerous opportunities for advancement.
• We prioritize continuous learning with annual education allowances, free sessions, BluePearl University training, and access to over 2,000 medical journals.
• We care about your health and well-being, providing medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, parental leave, flexible schedules, 401k, paid time off, and a licensed social worker for support.
• We foster a family-like culture focused on teamwork and remarkable pet care.

BluePearl is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all applicants without regard to protected characteristics and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. We maintain a drug-free workplace.