Veterinary Assistant - West Frederick Veterinary Hospital

Company: PetWell Partners
Location: Frederick
Posted on: November 16, 2020

Job Description:

Company Description

At , we employ the finest veterinary professionals to deliver high-quality medical services while promoting a culture of compassion and authenticity. We cultivate working environments and cultures for every hospital staff member, making sure they have the resources to give every pet accurate attention and keep clients well-informed.

Job Description

The Veterinary Assistant will support our Doctors and Technicians by creating a positive, atmosphere for our clients and patients. You will maintain records, prepare surgical suites, and surgical patients. You will also fill prescriptions, perform laboratory work and diagnostic imaging, and provide compassionate care and a home away from home for boarded and hospitalized pets. They aid the veterinarians in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work and administrative detail. They have a very significant role in communicating with and educating clients about their pets.

Feed animals and monitor whether they're eating.

Bathe pets when necessary.

Exercise the animals.

Assist veterinarians and vet technicians with lab work.

Clean, sterilize, and maintain kennels, operating rooms, examining rooms, cages, and surgical equipment.

Comfort and restrain pets during examinations and care.

Provide first aid to pets in an emergency, stabilizing them until a doctor can take over.

Administer medications to pets.

Perform some clerical duties.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Surgical Experience Preferred But Not Required

1-2 Years Experience Required

Venipuncture Skills Required

Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) highly preferred.

Professional appearance required; scrubs are to be worn at all times.

Must be able to work all shifts, including weekends (Saturdays) & holidays if clinic is open.

Must be 18 years or older.

Work well independently and in a group.

Additional Information

As an employee , you will have access to a wide range of benefits, training, and career growth opportunities. Need to move? Don't change employers; move with us.

Benefits include but not limited to:

Mentorship / Training

Work-Life-Family (Flexible) scheduling

Competitive Compensation Plans

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Paid licensing fees, CE's and professional dues

Insurance: Medical, vision, dental, and more

Paid-time off

Student Loan Assistance Program

Relocation assistance

About the Employer: This hospital is owned and operated by  PetWell Partners.  At our hospitals, our  Veterinarians make decisions about medicine and treatment choices.  We are a fast-growing and the first  AAHA accredited network  of veterinary hospitals. We currently operate  over 45 hospitals  across  eight states  with over  725 employees .

PetWell Partners is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. PetWell Partners is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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