Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Canobie Lake Veterinary Hospital

Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Windham, NH +9 locations
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    ** Job duties include, but are not limited to:**

    Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

    Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

    Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    ** We’re looking for:**

    • A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
    • Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
    • Computer skills a must! We are a paperless practice!
    • Pays attention to detail and is a fast learner
    • Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely
    • Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner
    • A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset
    • Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency
    • A minimum of a high school degree or equivalent, and must be 18 years of age or older

    ** Desired Qualifications:**

    • A minimum of 1-year experience preferred
    • Flexible scheduling Monday through Friday
    • A willingness to grow in the Veterinary field
    • Avimark experience
    • Experience working in an AAHA accredited veterinary hospital

    Additional Information

    ** Job Type:** Full-time

    ** Schedule:** closing shift 11-7pm...We are Closed on Weekends!!

    ** Pay:** $13-15/hr based on experience

    ** We offer our staff:**

    • Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
    • Paid Bereavement Program
    • Paid Parental Leave Program
    • Competitive Compensation
    • Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
    • Tuition Assistance Program
    • Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
    • Career Development Opportunities
    • Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
    • Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)

    *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

    WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

    Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin

  • Locations
    Mount Dora, FL • Port Richey, FL • Kissimmee, FL • Walkertown, NC • Windham, NH • Fort Lee, NJ • New York, NY • Inman, SC • Nashville, TN • Chattanooga, TN