Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Kensington, CT Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave License reimbursement Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Family leave Uniform allowance Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Mid-level Preventive health (patient care) Collecting samples for laboratory testing Medical laboratory work Patient charting Veterinary assistant experience Animal restraint Immunizations Full Job Description Who we are:: Animal Hospital of Berlin is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details Role:

Experienced Veterinary Assistant Status:

Full-time Salary:

Negotiable and based on experience

Schedule:

Monday - Thursday Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with

You:

Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition:

Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate:

Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program Calling all Veterinary Assistants! Are you feeling underutilized? Maybe a little undervalued? Do you feel you're losing touch with some skills you worked so hard to master? If you want to be recognized for your accomplishments and empowered to put those hard-earned talents to work, Animal Hospital of Berlin wants you on its team! The Animal Hospital of Berlin is on the hunt for a veterinary assistant to add to its fantastic team. With all the advantages of an established, well-managed practice and opportunities for personal and professional growth, this may be your time. Experience in the veterinary field is preferred; however, we are willing to train motivated individuals who are up for a challenge! Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love Working With Us Mentoring and support for all team members Flexibility with scheduling to ensure a healthy work-life balance Opportunity to use your veterinary skills to better your community A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness! Lunch breaks on the reg. Yes, they are a real thing! 4-day work weeks No nights, weekends, or holiday hours Support as you grow and advance your career - The more you know, the better off we all are! What You'll Do Safe and effective patient handling and restraint Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines Obtaining diagnostics - including radiographs, phlebotomy, and sample collection, and performing in-house lab work Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff Succinct documentation of patient records and client interactions What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitude Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced setting A love for teamwork, teaching, and being taught Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience Benefits You Can't Beat Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full-time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program (full-time only) Referral bonus program Wellness Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only) Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only) Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply. Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets Pet discounts on services and products Pet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program State license reimbursement VTNE exam fee reimbursement Professional development opportunities Continuing education allowance Uniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program Join Our Team! Join our team! We look forward to your contributions toward a meaningful mission where you will make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Animal Hospital of Berlin and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.