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Veterinary Technician and Office 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.
$41,731 / year median in Rhode Island
+27% projected growth
Job Description
Veterinary Technician and Office Assistant Potter League for Animals
•2.0 Warwick, RI Job Details Full-time $22.50
•$25.00 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Computer operation Veterinary surgical assistance experience Customer service Veterinary CPR Veterinary post-operative care Appointment scheduling Phone triage Full Job Description The Potter League for Animals is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promote, protect and advance the well-being of Rhode Island's companion animals. As the most comprehensive animal welfare organization in the state, we impact more than 10,000 companion animals each year. To improve pet health and reduce overpopulation, the Potter League Spay & Neuter Clinic provides subsidized spay/neuter surgery for Rhode Island cats and dogs.
JOB PURPOSE
The Veterinary Technician and Office Assistant for the Spay & Neuter Clinic is a hybrid role working some days assisting with surgery and caring for patients and other days assisting office staff and supporting customers.
JOB DETAILS
Type:
Full-Time, 40 hours per week
Schedule:
Mon
•Thurs, 7:00am to 5:30pm
Pay:
$22.50
•$25.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience Paid biweekly
Work Location:
Warwick, RI (in-person required)
SUCCESS FACTORS
Is organized, efficient, and multitasks well. Enjoys working as a team in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrates initiative and self-motivating qualities. Has solid computer and office equipment knowledge and is experienced in using database software. Can relate to under-resourced individuals through their own life and work experiences. Values meaningful work and the positive impact their work has on others. Embraces their uniqueness and that of others.
Strongly preferred:
2-3 years of GP surgery or HQHVSN experience.
Pay:
$22.50
•$25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you willing and able to work Monday
•Thursday 7:00am
•5:30pm?
Experience:
high quality, high volume spay & neuter: 2 years (Preferred) general veterinary surgery: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health and Wellness Programs