Veterinary Assistant

Wareham Animal Hospital

Veterinary Assistant

Wareham, MA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Employee discounts

    Flexible schedule

    Free food & snacks

    Free uniforms

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Wareham Animal Hospital is a growing Urgent Care and Specialty hospital located in Wareham, Massachusetts. We are looking for highly driven veterinary professionals with a strong work ethic. If you're someone who wants to use your skill set and knowledge to improve patient care and efficiency, you are welcome to the team. The Veterinary Assistant team will promote excellent patient care and intercommunication with staff and pet owners.

    What are we looking for?

    Minimum 2+ years’ experience in the veterinary industry or a graduate from a veterinary assistant program

    Self-motivated and goal-oriented professional with the ability to solve problems and make decisions independently.

    Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

    Strong computer skills, including electronic medical record keeping

    Ability to move 50 lbs

    What would be your key responsibilities?

    Assist veterinarians with appointments from intake to discharge

    Obtain vital parameters from patients and proper medical history from clients

    Medical Record documentation

    Phlebotomy and Intravenous catheter placement

    Preparation and collection of diagnostic samples, including blood, urine, and stool

    Microscopic evaluation for in-house cytology

    Obtain Radiographs

    Client education and discharge

    Maintain a clean, safe environment for patients and clients

    Provide patients with nursing and husbandry care

    What can you expect from Wareham Animal Hospital?

    Work happiness balanced with your personal life

    The opportunity to learn, develop, and take charge of your own career

    To be respected and valued

    Competitive salary and benefits package

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Pay: $16.00 - $27.00 per hour

    Benefits:

    Continuing education credits

    Dental insurance

    Employee discount

    Flexible schedule

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Parental leave

    Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    10 hour shift

    4x10

    Day shift

    Evening shift

    Monday to Friday

    No nights

    Rotating weekends