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Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal Health

#Diagnostic Imaging #Triage #Radiology #Preventative Care #Ultrasound #Pharmacy #Veterinary Medicine #Anesthesia Monitoring #Animal Hospital

Quick overview

The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for pet restraint, triage, and the collection and analysis of laboratory samples. They also manage nursing care for hospitalized cases, assist in surgical preparation, and communicate treatment plans to clients.

Requirements summary

A minimum of one year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant is preferred. Candidates must be compassionate team players proficient in pet restraint and sample collection.

CommunicationMulti-taskingMedication AdministrationNursing CareTriageAnesthesia MonitoringDiagnostic ImagingRadiographsMedical History CollectionSurgical PreparationPet RestraintLab Sample CollectionAnesthetic Management

Job description

Company DescriptionSawmill Animal Hospital is the oldest veterinary hospital in Jones County, Mississippi!
Their sister hospital, North Jones Animal Hospital is located four miles down the road.
Both locations are open to clients Monday through Friday.
Sawmill Animal Hospital operates on a walk-in basis with five full-time veterinarians.
Whereas North Jones Animal Hospital runs on appointments operating with two veterinarians.
Many staff members are tenured employees.
Both practices see canine and feline patients and offer their patients the same exceptional services which include boarding, dental care, digital radiology, grooming, in-clinic diagnostic testing, hospitalization/intensive care, microchipping, nutritional counseling, pain management, pharmacy, preventative care, surgery, therapeutic laser treatments, ultrasound, vaccinations, and more.
If you are looking for a small-town feel, Laurel, Mississippi is the place for you!
It’s a short ride to either Montgomery and Biloxi, or the Gulfport & Biloxi Beaches.
Laurel, Mississippi has gained popularity recently thanks in part to HGTV’s Home Town show.
The show features Erin and Ben Napier renovating old homes in the town they grew up in.
Laurel Main Street offers an array of shops, bakeries, restaurants, and events.
For those interested in art, visit Lauren Rogers Museum of Art.
The town stays active by hosting numerous events from Crawfests to 5k runs.
To learn more about us click Sawmill Animal Hospital 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: $15-$18/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

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 Reimbursement Program

Uniform Allowance

Career Development Opportunities

Bonuses

401k Matching Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Liability Insurance

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Personal Pet Discounts

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