Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Billings Animal Family Hospital Billings, MT Job Details Full-time $15.50 - $17.50 an hour 22 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Vascular access Animal catheterization Collecting samples for laboratory testing Medical records Anesthesiology Animal handling Veterinary assistant experience

Full Job Description WANTED:

Yes, it is true…we are looking to bring on a new team member in the capacity of a veterinary assistant. What we are really looking for is just the right person to fit into our practice culture. Are you able to break out into dance and song at a moment's notice or when the mood strikes? Can you laugh until you cry? Are you technologically proficient in Snapchat and Facebook so you can stay in communication with the team? Are you okay taking a nap with a recovering surgery patient? Do you like pus and maggots and all things gross? Is it hard to contain yourself to be the first to pick something? How is your aim? Because we like to occasionally have Nerf wars! If you fit the above description…and the below as well, please put together a resume telling us why you would be an amazing fit with our team! Responsibilities (day-to-day activities include but are not limited to): Educating clients about keeping their furry family members healthy Holding furry friends for various procedures Cheerfully greeting clients and answering the phone Running cool lab/blood tests using our in-house Heska Laboratory Assisting with the exciting cases and treating hospitalized patients Utilizing our computerized medical records in Pulse Maintain a clean and healthy environment

Qualifications:

Must have previous veterinary technician or assistant experience. The will to grow and learn (no day is the same!). Ability to hold great conversation with almost complete strangers (a.k.a. an out-going person who loves people!). Ability to perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, read fecal samples and ear discharge cytology, administer anesthesia, take radiographs, perform dental cleanings, etc. (a.k.a. the really fun stuff!) Be a team player (because there is no 'I' in team!). Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. And of course, you should love dogs and cats…we love them too Send a resume, cover letter and references please!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.50 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance

Schedule:

10 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Monday to

Friday Supplemental Pay:

Bonus pay Ability to commute/relocate: Billings, MT 59101: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

Veterinary technician or assistant experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.50 - $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Ability to

Commute:

Billings, MT 59101 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Billings, MT 59101: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person