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Integrity Veterinary Center (IVC) is seeking dedicated Veterinary Assistants to join our team! We are a locally owned, privately operated specialty, emergency, and urgent care hospital providing advanced services in internal medicine, nutrition, oncology, outpatient imaging (ultrasound and CT), complex dental procedures for high anesthetic-risk patients, along with soft tissue and orthopedic surgery. At IVC, we prioritize compassion, teamwork, and mutual respect. Open dialogue, ongoing education, and a shared commitment to patient and client wellbeing shape our daily work. We're proud to foster an inclusive, encouraging environment where every team member is supported in pursuing their career aspirations, whether that's mastering advanced assistant skills, training toward becoming a veterinary nurse/CVT, or preparing for veterinary school. What We Offer Flexible Scheduling Choose a 3

• or 4-day workweek with a protected lunch break built into your schedule. Competitive Pay & Benefits $24.00
• $28.00 per hour $5.00/hour shift differential for hours worked between 12:00 AM
• 7:00 AM $2.

00/hour

SATURDAY

differential for hours worked between 8:00 AM

• 8:00 PM $100 bonus for each holiday worked and two additional floating PTO days Medical, dental, and vision insurance Monthly pet insurance reimbursement Uniform allowance 3 weeks accrued vacation 1 week accrued sick leave 1 week continuing education leave Annual CE stipend Respectful Workplace Culture All new clients sign a conduct agreement at their first visit.

We maintain a strict zero-tolerance policy for abusive behavior. Strong Team Support A 3:1 support staff-to-doctor ratio ensures proper coverage and a manageable workload. Commitment to Education Our veterinarians and nurses are passionate educators. We offer monthly anesthesia-focused learning rounds via Zoom, along with additional clinical and professional development sessions. Structured Career Advancement Advance from Veterinary Assistant to Veterinary Technician (Nurse) through our organized, skills-based internal training pathway. Hands-On Leadership As an independent hospital, leadership works alongside the team daily and actively welcomes staff input. Many of our most impactful improvements began as employee suggestions.

Primary Responsibilities:

Safely restrain patients for examinations and procedures Gather patient histories and clearly communicate updates to clients and colleagues Maintain cleanliness of patient care areas and equipment Restock supplies as needed Perform in-house laboratory diagnostics Prepare, clean, and sterilize surgical packs Assist veterinarians and veterinary nurses in both specialty and urgent outpatient cases

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

Experience handling and restraining dogs and cats for exams and injections Excellent communication and critical thinking skills Comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical setting Team-oriented with a strong desire to learn and grow Preferred (but not required): Experience with phlebotomy, subcutaneous fluids, and administering SQ, IM, or IV injections Background in emergency or specialty veterinary medicine If you're looking to build your career in a supportive, progressive hospital that values integrity and heart, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to connecting with you!

Pay:

$24.00

• $28.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Uniform allowance

Work Location:

In person