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Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal Health

#Surgery #Triage #Dentistry #Diagnostics #Radiographs #Veterinary Assistant #Medical records #Animal care #Diagnostic imaging

Quick overview

The veterinary assistant is responsible for pet restraint, triage, and performing diagnostic procedures such as lab sample collection and imaging. They also provide nursing care, assist in surgery, and communicate treatment plans to clients.

Requirements summary

The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in a veterinary setting and is a calm, compassionate team player. Proficiency in pet restraint, laboratory testing, and anesthesia monitoring is highly preferred.

TeamworkMulti-taskingTriageRadiographsMedication administrationClient communicationNursing careLaboratory testingDiagnostic imagingSurgical preparationLab sample collectionMedical history takingPet restraintAnesthetic management

Job description

Company DescriptionPAWSitive Veterinary of New York is a full-service, small animal practice in Brooklyn.
We provide high-quality, comprehensive care including preventative medicine, wellness care, dentistry, in-house diagnostics, surgery, and more.
Our fantastic team of doctors and technicians is devoted to caring for each pet as their own.
We pride ourselves on maintaining ambitious standards with client-centered service.
PAWSitive Veterinary’s goal is to keep pets healthy and happy through preventative medicine where we can catch and treat medical conditions early on.
We partner with clinics in the area to have a wide selection of emergency referral services at our fingertips when our clients are in need of after-hours or critical care.Brooklyn is New York City’s most populous borough.
We are located on the west side of the island in proximity to many parks and dog-friendly areas.
The area is home to iconic New York attractions like Coney Island, the Brooklyn Bridge, and some of the best New York-style pizza.
Head to Brooklyn Heights for breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline.
Sports fans can enjoy a game of professional basketball, hockey, or baseball.
Enjoy all the amenities and entertainment NYC has to offer while experiencing a more laid-back lifestyle.
From delicious Italian restaurants in Bensonhurst to beautiful neighborhood parks, Brooklyn is a state of mind as well as a dynamic community!To learn more about us, click here!Job DescriptionJob 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.QualificationsWe’re looking for:An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong CommunicatorMust be able to properly restrain pets.Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.Additional InformationPay Range: $18-$23/hrWe 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.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid vacation

FSA

HSA

Holiday pay

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid sick time

Continuing education allowance

Supplemental insurance

Employee assistance program

Referral bonus program

Tuition assistance program

Uniform allowance

401k matching program

Liability insurance

Paid bereavement program

Personal pet discounts

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