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The Vet Clinic East
Veterinary Assistant
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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.
$33,836 / year median in Ohio
+28% projected growth
Job Description
About us Great Team Members We have a fun, experienced, well tenured team who enjoy their job and teammates! Over 20 support team members More then 50% of our team has been with the clinic over 10 years (including our doctors!) and several team members have been with the clinic over 20 years We respect all types...Introvert? That's fine! We'll honor your need for space! Extrovert? Ok! Join us for clinic activities like book club and social dinners out. Newer to veterinary practice? That's fine, too. We love mentoring and will help you at your pace and comfort level. Flexible No after hours and no "on-call" responsibilities Considering part time and full time Need to schedule around home requirements/responsibilities? Don't we all! We always work hard to make sure that people are working the schedule that makes them happy...happy employees=happy clients=happy clinic. Typical full time schedule is 8am-5:30pm (clinic closes at 5pm) for 4 weekdays. However, we can be flexible on that. Assistants share Saturday coverage from 8:30am-1:30pm. You can typically expect to work no more than every other Saturday, and often less frequently depending on the schedule. We are closed for all major holidays. Go home and spend family time! Medicine Small animal general practice that sees dogs, cats and occasional exotics to keep it fun! Digital xrays, dental xrays, Idexx in house lab, high speed dental We are NOT a high pressure clinic. We do the medicine that the pet needs. No high pressure sales here! Culture Well established suburban clinic with a loyal clientelle that LOVES our staff! Fun and friendly staff Privately owned with a personal feel and touch Committed to maintaining a positive workplace—we don't tolerate toxic behavior or unnecessary drama. Come check us out! The Vet Clinic East (thevetcliniceast.com) where we have Warm Hearts for Cold Noses!
Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians in providing medical care to animals
- Administer medications and perform routine treatments
- Collect samples, perform laboratory tests, and assist with analysis
- Performing X-rays
- Provide nursing care to hospitalized animals
- Educate pet owners on proper animal care and treatment
- Maintain accurate medical records
Requirements:
- Team player! (every ad says this but we really mean it...our staff genuinely supports and helps one another!)
- Client communication skills (our clients rave about our staff and our personal touch!)
- Sense of responsibility and dedication
- Ability to laugh (life is short, lets make it fun!
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$15.00- $18.
Benefits:
401(k) Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Retirement planWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Flexible Work Schedules