Veterinary Assistant Position Available In Jefferson, Louisiana

Veterinary Assistant Local Vet Urgent Care Metairie, LA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $16 – $20 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Uniform allowance Vision insurance Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Vital signs Medication administration Veterinary experience Mid-level Animal handling 2 years Veterinary assistant experience Animal restraint Full Job Description We’re looking for an experienced (at least 2+ years as a veterinary assistant), senior veterinary assistant to join our team and this exciting new, privately owned, urgent care clinic! If you’re passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of pets and their owners, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Become part of a team that values your expertise and offers opportunities for growth in a supportive, collaborative environment. If you’re compassionate, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to a growing clinic, we’d love to hear from you! As an Urgent Care Senior Veterinary Assistant, you will: Performing phlebotomy and place intravenous catheters in all peripheral vessels. Assist with monitoring sedated patients Triage urgent care cases as they arrive at the hospital including obtaining vitals such as temperature heart rate, respiratory rate and blood pressure. Perform digital radiography using proper technique including proper positioning of patients. Have a complete understanding of normal ranges of patient vital signs, including but not limited to heart and respiratory rate, temperature, blood pressure and oxygen saturation. Properly calculate medical math and administer medications via appropriate routes and duration. Have patience and empathy to address client concerns. Be able to conduct oneself in a professional manner Accurately record controlled drugs Have a knowledge of common veterinary drugs, their uses, side effects and dosages Assist in maintaining a clean and safe work environment

Job Type:

Full-time Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance offered Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance offered Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance offered

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$16.00 – $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Evening shift Night shift Rotating weekends Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person