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Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal Health

#Background Check #Animal Care #Patient Care #Urgent Care #Diagnostic Imaging #Surgery #Triage #Preventative Care #Anesthesia

Quick overview

The Veterinary Assistant will be a vital part of the medical team, supporting veterinarians and technicians by performing clinical tasks such as safely restraining pets, collecting lab samples, and assisting with diagnostics and surgery. Key duties also involve monitoring patients, preparing for procedures, and clearly communicating treatment plans and updates to clients with compassion.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a minimum of two years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant, demonstrating confidence in restraint, laboratory work, and assisting with medical procedures. Required qualifications also include weekend availability and excellent communication and customer service skills.

Attention To DetailMultitaskingCustomer ServiceMedication AdministrationPatient MonitoringTriageClient CommunicationPatient IntakeSurgical AssistanceAnesthesia MonitoringDiagnostic ImagingRadiographsPet RestraintLab Sample CollectionLab Sample ProcessingLow-Stress Techniques

Job description

Company DescriptionBedford Veterinary Medical Center is a state of the art, multi-doctor hospital that offers personal, progressive, and comprehensive animal care to dogs, cats, and pocket pets in the Southern New Hampshire area.
We practice the highest quality medicine while providing our pets and clients with the utmost care and compassion.Our hospital offers many services including annual wellness care, anesthesia and sedation, dentistry, internal medicine, laser therapy, in-house pharmacy, surgery, urgent/immediate care, and acupuncture.We offer a welcoming work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for growth.To learn more about us, click Bedford Veterinary Medical CenterJob DescriptionWe’re looking for a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated team.
If you’re confident in your abilities, passionate about patient care, and ready to grow within a supportive environment, we want to hear from you.About the Role:As an Experienced Veterinary Assistant, you’ll be a vital part of our medical team, supporting veterinarians and technicians in delivering top-quality care to patients with a wide range of needs.
Your day will include a mix of clinical tasks, client communication, and patient handling.Primary responsibilities include:Safely and effectively restraining pets using low-stress techniquesTriage and intake of incoming patientsCollecting and processing lab samples (blood, urine, fecal, etc.)Assisting with radiographs and diagnostic imagingAdministering medications and monitoring patientsSupporting nursing care for hospitalized and medical casesPreparing patients and instruments for surgery; assisting in proceduresMonitoring patients under anesthesiaCommunicating treatment plans and updates to clients with compassion and clarityMust be comfortable with exposure to strong odors, loud noises, animal waste, bites, scratches, and potentially contagious conditionsQualificationsWe’re looking for:A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant (required)Confidence in restraint, lab work, and assisting with proceduresWeekend availability (some shifts)Excellent communication and customer service skillsStrong multitasking ability and attention to detailFamiliarity with preventative care, surgical support, and clinic flowBonus: Proficient in lab processing, radiographs, and anesthesia monitoringA team-player mentality and willingness to support wherever neededA self-starter attitude with a desire to keep learning and growingReceptiveness to constructive feedback and dedication to continuous improvementAdditional InformationWe offer our staff:Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL EmployeesPaid Bereavement ProgramPaid Parental Leave ProgramCompetitive CompensationContinuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology ProgramCareer Development OpportunitiesReferral Bonus Program for most positions!Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e.

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Dental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Holiday Pay

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Referral Bonus Program

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

401k

Supplemental Insurance

FSA

HSA

Tuition Assistance Program

Uniform Allowance

Bonuses

Continuing Education Allowance

Liability Insurance

401K Matching Program

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Experienced Veterinary Assistant

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