Full-Time Veterinary Assistant Pet Central Helps! The Veterinary Assistant provides direct support to Pet Central Helps Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians. This is a fast-paced position that requires commitment and a love of learning. We are seeking a talented, reliable individual with at least one year of work experience at a veterinary hospital that is interested in Shelter Medicine and the opportunity to build their skillset to the fullest. The VA works directly with the PCH! Veterinary Medical Team, Adoptions Team, Foster Team, Volunteer Team, Animal Care Specialists, and Office Staff. They should be able to lift 30 pounds, move quickly, and stand for lengthy periods. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Working as part of our high-quality high-volume spay/neuter team to prepare, monitor and recover patients under the supervision of the veterinarian. Assisting with new animal intake and check-in duties. Preparing of heartworm/flea prevention & other prescriptions as necessary, scheduling medical tests/vaccines, completion of tests in our laboratory, and medical record input to our shelter software. Completion of vaccination/wellness appointments for shelter and foster animals. Daily nursing care for medical cases. Performance of duties such as proper animal restraint, vaccinations, deworming, microchip implantation, blood draws, etc. Cleaning of surgical, laboratory and associated areas, stocking necessary medical items, and maintenance of veterinary and laboratory equipment. Composing surgical packs. Other duties as needed. This is an incredible career opportunity for the right person, with plenty of room for advancement in the field of Shelter Medicine. We also have a culture of achievement and pride in our work. Pet Central Helps! offers paid holidays, vacation/sick days, retirement, continuing education, and a generous pet benefit program. Pay is competitive and based on experience. Starting wage minimum $16 per hour. Please send a cover letter and resume to: LisaK.ED@petcentralhelps.org We will contact you within about a week if interested in scheduling an interview. No phone calls or walk-ins please. Sending a cover letter and resume is the first step in the hiring process.

Pay:

$16.00 - $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 38.0 - 42.0 per week

Benefits:

Continuing education credits Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Uniform allowance

Work Location:

In person