Veterinary Assistant
Posted on Sep 18, 2024 by Douglassville Veterinary Hospital
Douglassville, PA
Professional Services
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:
Douglassville Veterinary Hospital is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!
Location: 105 Griffith Drive, Douglassville, PA 19518
Compensation: $19 - $22 based on experience
Skills needed: Proficient in anesthesia monitoring, dental prophylaxis, venipuncture and IV catheter placement. We require an individual who needs minimal training and is able to immediately contribute effectively.
Shift: 4/10's or 5/8's with rotating Saturdays.
Douglassville Veterinary Hospital is a 7 doctor, AAHA certified veterinary hospital that specializes in the care of dogs and caats. We offer an array of services including orthopedic surgery, ultrasound, dentistry and more.
We believe in inclusive decision-making and value the entire team's input. We promote constructive feedback and adopt a team-based approach to medicine. Acknowledging individual strengths and weaknesses, we ensure that every voice is heard and encourage team members to contribute their unique skills, ideas, personalities, and abilities.
You can expect to participate in team bonding with organized events like ice cream sundae parties, bingo, scavenger hunts, spirit weeks, and more. Friendly competition is encouraged an often rewarded with prizes, and we celebrate each other's successes.
We want an experienced veterinary assistant who will integrate well with our team, known for its stability and low turnover. Our culture is built on teamwork, continuous learning, and mutual growth. We maintain professionalism while keeping the atmosphere light and enjoyable, aiming for our team to eagerly anticipate coming to work.
Supporting education is very important to us. We are in the process of initiating internal Continuing Education (CE) development, doctors conduct lectures and wet labs to foster growth from within. There is a strong commitment to supporting education and career growth.
Our hospital is in a growth phase. This fall, we will welcome a new doctor to our team. Additionally, we will be adopting 'Scribe Note' as our charting tool and periodically offering learning opportunities led by doctors.
Our leadership team is responsible for creating a culture that embraces MVP's core values. Our team embraces continual improvement of patient care and provide the best support staff to our doctors.
At the core of our work is our values. These include Doing the right thing when no one is watching, Team Work (Together Everyone Achieves More), Accountability - Do what you say and say what you do, Continuous Improvement and Service - every interaction matters.
Our core values are also the basis of our growing culture. Living and embracing our values ensures that you will have excel at our hospital.
Come join our team!
Benefits:
PTO - 80
Full-time team members will be awarded additional PTO based on their years of service.
Vacation Pay 48 hours to apply towards 6 recognized holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day)
*The vacation PTO hours can be used at the team member’s discretion to cover the actual vacation as observed by the hospital or other absences with approval from their Manager.
Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raises
Dream Fund - Potential annual bonus awarded.
Medical, Vision and Dental plans available
FSA and HSA options available
Maternity Leave
401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match
Access to Healthy Minds @Work App - to promote mental health and reduce burnout and reduce stress
Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program
Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you
24 hour access
Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more
Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus
Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support Easy access to legal/financial experts and information
Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions
Build coping skills to manage life’s challenges and gain control of your life
Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics
Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page
ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!!
Optional Insurances Available
Life Insurance AD&D
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accidental Insurance
Pet Benefits
Uniform Allowance - Full Time $150, Part Time $75
CE Benefits - Credentialed Veterinary Technician $500 plus 24 paid CE hours per year, Access to our online learning platform with RACE approved CE at your fingertips.
Scholarship Program for Veterinary Assistants that want to become credentialed
Internal Employee Rewards Program
Reward your co-workers with points that are redeemable for gift cards.
We do offer externships for Veterinary Technicians and Vet Students.
Responsibilities:
How you'll make an impact:
Our Veterinary Assistants assist the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in all of their duties
The Veterinary Assistant helps to prepare animals for exams and surgery.
The Veterinary Assistant aids in performing medical treatments.
The Veterinary Assistant will perform or prepare laboratory tests.
The Veterinary Assistant will administer medications under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
The Veterinary Assistant will obtain and properly handle/prepare in-house and laboratory specimens (cytology, blood draws, blood smear, fecal, etc.)
The Veterinary Assistant works in cooperation with staff to attend to any immediate needs.
The Veterinary Assistant handles animals and their owners in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner, and inform staff and clients of any pertinent medical information related to animal care.
The Veterinary Assistant maintains a healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animals.
Qualifications:
Physical demands and work environment
The Veterinary Assistant must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and lift over 50 pounds with the assistance of a coworker. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills.
The Veterinary Assistant must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
The Veterinary Assistant is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
The Veterinary Assistant must be fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
The Veterinary Assistant must be able to exchange accurate information with all clients and team members.
Douglassville Veterinary Hospital is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!
Location: 105 Griffith Drive, Douglassville, PA 19518
Compensation: $19 - $22 based on experience
Skills needed: Proficient in anesthesia monitoring, dental prophylaxis, venipuncture and IV catheter placement. We require an individual who needs minimal training and is able to immediately contribute effectively.
Shift: 4/10's or 5/8's with rotating Saturdays.
Douglassville Veterinary Hospital is a 7 doctor, AAHA certified veterinary hospital that specializes in the care of dogs and caats. We offer an array of services including orthopedic surgery, ultrasound, dentistry and more.
We believe in inclusive decision-making and value the entire team's input. We promote constructive feedback and adopt a team-based approach to medicine. Acknowledging individual strengths and weaknesses, we ensure that every voice is heard and encourage team members to contribute their unique skills, ideas, personalities, and abilities.
You can expect to participate in team bonding with organized events like ice cream sundae parties, bingo, scavenger hunts, spirit weeks, and more. Friendly competition is encouraged an often rewarded with prizes, and we celebrate each other's successes.
We want an experienced veterinary assistant who will integrate well with our team, known for its stability and low turnover. Our culture is built on teamwork, continuous learning, and mutual growth. We maintain professionalism while keeping the atmosphere light and enjoyable, aiming for our team to eagerly anticipate coming to work.
Supporting education is very important to us. We are in the process of initiating internal Continuing Education (CE) development, doctors conduct lectures and wet labs to foster growth from within. There is a strong commitment to supporting education and career growth.
Our hospital is in a growth phase. This fall, we will welcome a new doctor to our team. Additionally, we will be adopting 'Scribe Note' as our charting tool and periodically offering learning opportunities led by doctors.
Our leadership team is responsible for creating a culture that embraces MVP's core values. Our team embraces continual improvement of patient care and provide the best support staff to our doctors.
At the core of our work is our values. These include Doing the right thing when no one is watching, Team Work (Together Everyone Achieves More), Accountability - Do what you say and say what you do, Continuous Improvement and Service - every interaction matters.
Our core values are also the basis of our growing culture. Living and embracing our values ensures that you will have excel at our hospital.
Come join our team!
Benefits:
PTO - 80
Full-time team members will be awarded additional PTO based on their years of service.
Vacation Pay 48 hours to apply towards 6 recognized holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day)
*The vacation PTO hours can be used at the team member’s discretion to cover the actual vacation as observed by the hospital or other absences with approval from their Manager.
Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raises
Dream Fund - Potential annual bonus awarded.
Medical, Vision and Dental plans available
FSA and HSA options available
Maternity Leave
401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match
Access to Healthy Minds @Work App - to promote mental health and reduce burnout and reduce stress
Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program
Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you
24 hour access
Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more
Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus
Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support Easy access to legal/financial experts and information
Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions
Build coping skills to manage life’s challenges and gain control of your life
Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics
Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page
ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!!
Optional Insurances Available
Life Insurance AD&D
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accidental Insurance
Pet Benefits
Uniform Allowance - Full Time $150, Part Time $75
CE Benefits - Credentialed Veterinary Technician $500 plus 24 paid CE hours per year, Access to our online learning platform with RACE approved CE at your fingertips.
Scholarship Program for Veterinary Assistants that want to become credentialed
Internal Employee Rewards Program
Reward your co-workers with points that are redeemable for gift cards.
We do offer externships for Veterinary Technicians and Vet Students.
Responsibilities:
How you'll make an impact:
Our Veterinary Assistants assist the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in all of their duties
The Veterinary Assistant helps to prepare animals for exams and surgery.
The Veterinary Assistant aids in performing medical treatments.
The Veterinary Assistant will perform or prepare laboratory tests.
The Veterinary Assistant will administer medications under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
The Veterinary Assistant will obtain and properly handle/prepare in-house and laboratory specimens (cytology, blood draws, blood smear, fecal, etc.)
The Veterinary Assistant works in cooperation with staff to attend to any immediate needs.
The Veterinary Assistant handles animals and their owners in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner, and inform staff and clients of any pertinent medical information related to animal care.
The Veterinary Assistant maintains a healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animals.
Qualifications:
Physical demands and work environment
The Veterinary Assistant must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and lift over 50 pounds with the assistance of a coworker. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills.
The Veterinary Assistant must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
The Veterinary Assistant is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
The Veterinary Assistant must be fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
The Veterinary Assistant must be able to exchange accurate information with all clients and team members.
Reference: 201764793
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Veterinary Assistant
Posted on Sep 18, 2024 by Douglassville Veterinary Hospital
Douglassville, PA
Professional Services
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:
Douglassville Veterinary Hospital is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!
Location: 105 Griffith Drive, Douglassville, PA 19518
Compensation: $19 - $22 based on experience
Skills needed: Proficient in anesthesia monitoring, dental prophylaxis, venipuncture and IV catheter placement. We require an individual who needs minimal training and is able to immediately contribute effectively.
Shift: 4/10's or 5/8's with rotating Saturdays.
Douglassville Veterinary Hospital is a 7 doctor, AAHA certified veterinary hospital that specializes in the care of dogs and caats. We offer an array of services including orthopedic surgery, ultrasound, dentistry and more.
We believe in inclusive decision-making and value the entire team's input. We promote constructive feedback and adopt a team-based approach to medicine. Acknowledging individual strengths and weaknesses, we ensure that every voice is heard and encourage team members to contribute their unique skills, ideas, personalities, and abilities.
You can expect to participate in team bonding with organized events like ice cream sundae parties, bingo, scavenger hunts, spirit weeks, and more. Friendly competition is encouraged an often rewarded with prizes, and we celebrate each other's successes.
We want an experienced veterinary assistant who will integrate well with our team, known for its stability and low turnover. Our culture is built on teamwork, continuous learning, and mutual growth. We maintain professionalism while keeping the atmosphere light and enjoyable, aiming for our team to eagerly anticipate coming to work.
Supporting education is very important to us. We are in the process of initiating internal Continuing Education (CE) development, doctors conduct lectures and wet labs to foster growth from within. There is a strong commitment to supporting education and career growth.
Our hospital is in a growth phase. This fall, we will welcome a new doctor to our team. Additionally, we will be adopting 'Scribe Note' as our charting tool and periodically offering learning opportunities led by doctors.
Our leadership team is responsible for creating a culture that embraces MVP's core values. Our team embraces continual improvement of patient care and provide the best support staff to our doctors.
At the core of our work is our values. These include Doing the right thing when no one is watching, Team Work (Together Everyone Achieves More), Accountability - Do what you say and say what you do, Continuous Improvement and Service - every interaction matters.
Our core values are also the basis of our growing culture. Living and embracing our values ensures that you will have excel at our hospital.
Come join our team!
Benefits:
PTO - 80
Full-time team members will be awarded additional PTO based on their years of service.
Vacation Pay 48 hours to apply towards 6 recognized holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day)
*The vacation PTO hours can be used at the team member’s discretion to cover the actual vacation as observed by the hospital or other absences with approval from their Manager.
Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raises
Dream Fund - Potential annual bonus awarded.
Medical, Vision and Dental plans available
FSA and HSA options available
Maternity Leave
401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match
Access to Healthy Minds @Work App - to promote mental health and reduce burnout and reduce stress
Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program
Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you
24 hour access
Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more
Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus
Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support Easy access to legal/financial experts and information
Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions
Build coping skills to manage life’s challenges and gain control of your life
Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics
Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page
ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!!
Optional Insurances Available
Life Insurance AD&D
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accidental Insurance
Pet Benefits
Uniform Allowance - Full Time $150, Part Time $75
CE Benefits - Credentialed Veterinary Technician $500 plus 24 paid CE hours per year, Access to our online learning platform with RACE approved CE at your fingertips.
Scholarship Program for Veterinary Assistants that want to become credentialed
Internal Employee Rewards Program
Reward your co-workers with points that are redeemable for gift cards.
We do offer externships for Veterinary Technicians and Vet Students.
Responsibilities:
How you'll make an impact:
Our Veterinary Assistants assist the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in all of their duties
The Veterinary Assistant helps to prepare animals for exams and surgery.
The Veterinary Assistant aids in performing medical treatments.
The Veterinary Assistant will perform or prepare laboratory tests.
The Veterinary Assistant will administer medications under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
The Veterinary Assistant will obtain and properly handle/prepare in-house and laboratory specimens (cytology, blood draws, blood smear, fecal, etc.)
The Veterinary Assistant works in cooperation with staff to attend to any immediate needs.
The Veterinary Assistant handles animals and their owners in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner, and inform staff and clients of any pertinent medical information related to animal care.
The Veterinary Assistant maintains a healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animals.
Qualifications:
Physical demands and work environment
The Veterinary Assistant must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and lift over 50 pounds with the assistance of a coworker. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills.
The Veterinary Assistant must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
The Veterinary Assistant is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
The Veterinary Assistant must be fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
The Veterinary Assistant must be able to exchange accurate information with all clients and team members.
Douglassville Veterinary Hospital is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!
Location: 105 Griffith Drive, Douglassville, PA 19518
Compensation: $19 - $22 based on experience
Skills needed: Proficient in anesthesia monitoring, dental prophylaxis, venipuncture and IV catheter placement. We require an individual who needs minimal training and is able to immediately contribute effectively.
Shift: 4/10's or 5/8's with rotating Saturdays.
Douglassville Veterinary Hospital is a 7 doctor, AAHA certified veterinary hospital that specializes in the care of dogs and caats. We offer an array of services including orthopedic surgery, ultrasound, dentistry and more.
We believe in inclusive decision-making and value the entire team's input. We promote constructive feedback and adopt a team-based approach to medicine. Acknowledging individual strengths and weaknesses, we ensure that every voice is heard and encourage team members to contribute their unique skills, ideas, personalities, and abilities.
You can expect to participate in team bonding with organized events like ice cream sundae parties, bingo, scavenger hunts, spirit weeks, and more. Friendly competition is encouraged an often rewarded with prizes, and we celebrate each other's successes.
We want an experienced veterinary assistant who will integrate well with our team, known for its stability and low turnover. Our culture is built on teamwork, continuous learning, and mutual growth. We maintain professionalism while keeping the atmosphere light and enjoyable, aiming for our team to eagerly anticipate coming to work.
Supporting education is very important to us. We are in the process of initiating internal Continuing Education (CE) development, doctors conduct lectures and wet labs to foster growth from within. There is a strong commitment to supporting education and career growth.
Our hospital is in a growth phase. This fall, we will welcome a new doctor to our team. Additionally, we will be adopting 'Scribe Note' as our charting tool and periodically offering learning opportunities led by doctors.
Our leadership team is responsible for creating a culture that embraces MVP's core values. Our team embraces continual improvement of patient care and provide the best support staff to our doctors.
At the core of our work is our values. These include Doing the right thing when no one is watching, Team Work (Together Everyone Achieves More), Accountability - Do what you say and say what you do, Continuous Improvement and Service - every interaction matters.
Our core values are also the basis of our growing culture. Living and embracing our values ensures that you will have excel at our hospital.
Come join our team!
Benefits:
PTO - 80
Full-time team members will be awarded additional PTO based on their years of service.
Vacation Pay 48 hours to apply towards 6 recognized holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day)
*The vacation PTO hours can be used at the team member’s discretion to cover the actual vacation as observed by the hospital or other absences with approval from their Manager.
Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raises
Dream Fund - Potential annual bonus awarded.
Medical, Vision and Dental plans available
FSA and HSA options available
Maternity Leave
401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match
Access to Healthy Minds @Work App - to promote mental health and reduce burnout and reduce stress
Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program
Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you
24 hour access
Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more
Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus
Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support Easy access to legal/financial experts and information
Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions
Build coping skills to manage life’s challenges and gain control of your life
Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics
Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page
ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!!
Optional Insurances Available
Life Insurance AD&D
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accidental Insurance
Pet Benefits
Uniform Allowance - Full Time $150, Part Time $75
CE Benefits - Credentialed Veterinary Technician $500 plus 24 paid CE hours per year, Access to our online learning platform with RACE approved CE at your fingertips.
Scholarship Program for Veterinary Assistants that want to become credentialed
Internal Employee Rewards Program
Reward your co-workers with points that are redeemable for gift cards.
We do offer externships for Veterinary Technicians and Vet Students.
Responsibilities:
How you'll make an impact:
Our Veterinary Assistants assist the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in all of their duties
The Veterinary Assistant helps to prepare animals for exams and surgery.
The Veterinary Assistant aids in performing medical treatments.
The Veterinary Assistant will perform or prepare laboratory tests.
The Veterinary Assistant will administer medications under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
The Veterinary Assistant will obtain and properly handle/prepare in-house and laboratory specimens (cytology, blood draws, blood smear, fecal, etc.)
The Veterinary Assistant works in cooperation with staff to attend to any immediate needs.
The Veterinary Assistant handles animals and their owners in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner, and inform staff and clients of any pertinent medical information related to animal care.
The Veterinary Assistant maintains a healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animals.
Qualifications:
Physical demands and work environment
The Veterinary Assistant must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and lift over 50 pounds with the assistance of a coworker. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills.
The Veterinary Assistant must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
The Veterinary Assistant is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
The Veterinary Assistant must be fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
The Veterinary Assistant must be able to exchange accurate information with all clients and team members.
Reference: 201764793
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