Veterinary Assistant Overnight

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital in Hollywood, FL is seeking an overnight veterinary assistant to join our Emergency team. This fast-paced hospital offers 24/7 care with opportunities to work alongside general practitioners, specialists, and a dedicated support staff.

Full-time overnights 7pm-7am with weekend shifts first available. Compensation ranges from $20.00 to $30.00 per hour based on experience and licensure. Apply to be part of a community-focused hospital.

Qualifications

• Overnight availability required.
• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant preferred.
• Ability to monitor anesthesia and collect patient histories.

Responsibilities

• Anesthesia monitoring
• Full Technician Skill Utilization
• Collecting patient histories & physical exams
• Venipuncture / IVC placement
• Hands Free Radiology (Associate safety a top priority)
• Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
• Providing compassionate care for all patients

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Venipuncture

Radiology

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Job description

VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital is growing! In order to better service the people and pets in our community we are adding overnight Veterinary Assistant to our Emergency team.

We are seeking the right person to join our one of a kind, fast paced, general, specialty and emergency practice.

Connect with us and work shoulder to shoulder with general practitioners, specialists and the most dedicated technical and support staff to provide exemplary patient care 24/7/365 days a year.

Check out a quick video about our hospital! https://vimeo.com/546253344/ed2d76be7f

Potential Schedule

Full time, overnights 7pm - 7am. Weekend shifts are first available.

Compensation

$20.00 - $30.00 / hr based on experience, skill set, and licensure status.

Visit our website to learn more: https://vcahospitals.com/hollywood

Veterinary Technician Duties Include

• Anesthesia monitoring

• Full Technician Skill Utilization

• Collecting patient histories & physical exams

• Venipuncture / IVC placement

• Hands Free Radiology (Associate safety a top priority)

• Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services

• Providing compassionate care for all patients

What makes VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital unique?

We are passionate about pets and have a strong culture of development. Our general care practice has grown to meet the expanding needs of our patients, and includes 24-hour emergency care and specialty services in Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Surgery, and Emergency and Critical Care.

VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital is a one-stop shop for pet care and is a trusted resource for local veterinarians as an extension of their practice.

This means that our team has access to the latest resources, technology, and education that support exceptional patient care, within a culture that supports professional development, independent thinking and personal growth all while having fun in a deeply familiar environment.

VCA Total Rewards Benefits:

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community

• Free NAVTA Membership & RECOVER Training

• Discounts to Fear Free Certification & VetGirl

• Growth & leadership opportunities

• Medical, Dental & Vision

• Career development programs

• Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships

• $750 continuing education funds for credentialed associates

• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement

• Generous hospital discounts and product discounts

• Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance

• VTS Path financial, and mentorship support

• Paid vacation and sick time

• Paid parental leave

• Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)

• Referral bonuses

• Infertility benefits

• Competitive wage

• 401(k)

• Free access to Plumbs , and education platforms such as Vetfolio

Why should you consider VCA Hollywood?

If you want to grow in veterinary medicine, there is no better place for you then VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital.

As a well-established 24 hour/ 7 day a week practice, we are rooted in our commitment to our community and to our staff. We are a fast paced, hybrid practice that encourages collaboration. Our general and specialty teams work shoulder-to-shoulder providing exemplary patient care and you can expect to work in an inclusive environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness and the patients you serve.

VCA is a community of over 800 hospitals worldwide. We offer world-class medicine with hometown care. Starting with our staff, we are taking care of the future of veterinary medicine.

Candidates must be positive and motivated. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal driven and engaged.

We work hard to protect our culture and assure we hire associates that are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and work as a team.

Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com