Veterinary Technician or Assistant- Cardiology

MSPCA-Angell; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental and life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Sick

Vacation time

Employee discounts for pet health care

Free on-site parking

Job summary

MSPCA-Angell in Waltham, MA is seeking a Veterinary Technician or Assistant to support the Cardiology team. This on-site, part-time role provides clinical and customer service in a busy hospital, with Monday and Tuesday 7:30am–6pm, and some holiday coverage.

You will work with the assigned veterinarian and cardiology staff to assist with exams, imaging, case management, and client communications, while maintaining medical records and schedules.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as veterinary technician/assistant required.
• Experience in fast-paced multi-veterinarian hospital or emergency practice ideal.
• Cover letter showcasing writing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarian in clinic, radiology and other areas as needed.
• Prepare appointment histories and estimates, set up exam rooms, and handle patient care.
• Transport animals safely following hospital policies.
• Return client calls and emails in priority order; relay messages to doctors.
• Schedule recheck exams and diagnostic imaging as needed.
• Maintain electronic and hardcopy medical records accurately.

Skills

Veterinary assisting experience

Communication skills

Job description

Veterinary Technician or Assistant- Cardiology

Part Time 20 Hours a Week, Schedule - Monday and Tuesday 7:30am-6pm, some holiday coverage

Locations

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Angell - West
Waltham, MA 02451, USA

• On-site
• Veterinary Assistants & Technicians
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: VETER004092

Description

The Position:

The Cardiology Technician/Assistant works collaboratively with their assigned veterinarian, other staff veterinarians and the entire Angell West support staff to provide our clientele with excellent clinical and customer service. These services include providing technical support in the examination room with outpatient and in-patient procedures, assisting with case management of animals admitted to the hospital, assisting with technical procedures, communications with clients and sometimes referring veterinarians. They assist the veterinarian in clinic, radiology and in other areas of the hospital as needed.

Some duties to include:

• Coordinate with the other Cardiology staff members, preparing histories for the appointments, creating admission packets including generating estimates, setting up the appointment room and handling the patient for exams as needed.
• Transport animals safely adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
• Return client calls/emails in order of priority, relaying messages to doctors as needed.
• Scheduling recheck exams, diagnostic imaging as needed.
• Maintain communication with clients as directed by the doctor.
• Complete all required paperwork neatly and accurately.
• Maintain electronic and hardcopy medical records accurately.

WHO WE ARE:

We are a 24-hour emergency and referral satellite hospital in the west suburbs of Boston. Angell West provides a unique opportunity to practice in an intimate client-focused setting, but with numerous amenities from the larger MSPCA-Angell Boston hospital as support. We are a values based organization with a focus on client service, patient care and life-work balance.Competitive salaries and a full range of strong benefits, confirms our commitment to our employees.

COMPENSATION:

Veterinary Assistants starting $22-$27/hour
Certified Veterinary Technicians starting $25-$30/hr
Please note that candidates with additional experience or credentials may be eligible for compensation aligned with their qualifications

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:

We are looking for applicants with at least two years of experience working as a veterinary technician/assistant. Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-veterinarian hospital, emergency practice, or veterinary teaching hospital is ideal. As this position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, we require applicants to include a cover letter showcasing your writing skills.

OUR BENEFITS:

• health
• dental and life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• tuition reimbursement
• paid holidays
• sick
• vacation time
• employee discounts for pet health care
• free on-site parking

If you are interested in working for an organization where your work is an important part of a respected and caring non-profit, this may be the career change you are looking for.

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