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Best Pets Veterinary Hospital
Veterinary Assistant or Technician at Private practice
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$40,855 / year median in Massachusetts
+32% projected growth
Job Description
Company Overview We are looking for a Veterinary Technician or Assistant with 1+ years' experience to join our team of funny, talented, forward-thinking, career-minded Veterinary professionals. Professionals who share in the value of work/life balance, being financially rewarded for delivering excellent results, educational opportunities to expand our knowledge, and treating each patient as if it were our own. Practice Highlights Our five-doctor practice is independently owned. We offer freedom from corporate environments; an entrepreneurial spirit; decision flexibility; open-door communications; and job happiness. The Best Pets staff pride themselves on possessing an upbeat, drama-free, family-like culture . We love coming to work each day and know you will too! Investments in the latest technology are all around us. Our medical (Ultrasound & Class 4 Laser), business (AI Scribe & Cloud PIMS) and customer service applications/services make the job easier, patients healthier and clients happier. We have a very low turnover rate, so this is a rare opportunity to join an exceptional team! Easy commute. Our location is accessible to Routes 495, 128, 93 and 3. Our Vet Tech team has over 100 years' experience. The fun-loving team you would be joining has been together for years and will help guide you. Solid training provided. We provide a whole range of training to get you into surgery or doing dentals. We are AAHA accredited and Fear-free practicing. Benefits You will find our practice uniquely rewarding including flexible scheduling, competitive pay, 401k plan with matching contributions, all staff receive bonuses of $2,000-$3,000 per year , accelerated paid vacation plan, employee recognition plan, medical benefits (health, dental & vision plans), life and disability insurance, generous pet care discounts, tuition for Associate vet tech degree, continuing education and growth potential. We are closed on Sundays and major holidays. Job Duties Client education on animal health/wellness Wellness exams, gathering medical histories Draw blood samples Administration of vaccines, medications, & treatments Work with labs, digital general, dental x-ray & ultrasound Small animal restraint Care & maintenance of hospitalized patients Compassionate attitude towards animals and clients