Veterinary Assistant - Surgery & Patient Care, Sign-On Bonus

Petvet-Care-Centers; Eagleville (PA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Calm app and 24/7 EAP

CE stipends and career development

Grant Circle relief fund

Local hospital culture backed by NP

Job summary

Trooper Veterinary Hospital in Eagleville, PA is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. Bring your skills to PetVet Care Centers and earn a sign-on bonus up to $500 based on experience.

Responsibilities include patient care, exams, diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery, nursing care, and maintaining medical records. Schedule typically 4 days per week with rotating Saturdays. We offer comprehensive benefits across our network of hospitals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18+ and have veterinary handling and restraint skills.
• Able to intubate animals, place catheters, perform dental cleaning, perform x-rays, and assist in monitoring during procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assess animal requirements through exams, interviews, and review of care plans and records.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, and administering medications.
• Assist during examinations and surgeries by preparing supplies and restraining patients as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain medical records and communicate with pet owners about patient status.
• Ensure clean, safe treatment areas, sterilize instruments, and manage inventory as needed.

Skills

Animal handling

Safe restraint

Veterinary knowledge

Intubation

Catheter placement

Dental cleaning

X-rays

Surgical monitoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Trooper Veterinary Hospital in Eagleville, PA is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. Bring your skills to PetVet Care Centers and earn a sign-on bonus up to $500 based on experience.

Responsibilities include patient care, exams, diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery, nursing care, and maintaining medical records. Schedule typically 4 days per week with rotating Saturdays. We offer comprehensive benefits across our network of hospitals.