Veterinary Assistant

WVRC Waukesha is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to support our  Emergency  department! 

The Veterinary Technician Assistant provides key support to the technician and veterinarian staff.  Must be friendly, professional and courteous, and capable of handling several tasks at once with frequent interruptions.  Must be able to take direction from multiple staff members while adhering to training standards. 
  
Schedule and Compensation:  

• This position is for third shift 

• Four 9-10 hour shifts each week, including every other weekend 

• 4 Holidays per year  

• Pay starts at $16 an hour and may be higher depending on experience 

• Applicable shift differential will apply; 4pm-12a $3.00/hr, 12a-8a $5.00/hr 

Benefits of Working at WVRC: 

Full-time Benefits include comprehensive Medical, Dental, 401k Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Plan, Uniform Allowance, Veterinary Services Benefits, Continuing Education Benefits and Paid Time Off. 

Essential Functions: 

Multi-tasking and attention to detail skills are required.  Must have the ability to stand for the majority of the work period and enough stamina to work past the regularly scheduled shifts, if needed.   

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Restraining of patients 

• Cleaning Kennels, Floors, etc. 

• Stocking the treatment areas 

• Laundry 

• Taking patients outside 

• Feeding patients 

About You: 

• Able to work in a highly collaborative environment and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community 

• Excellent communication and organizational skills 

• Positive outlook, a passion for providing the highest quality in patient care and the ability to deliver exceptional client service. 

Qualifications: 

• Must have worked or volunteered working with dogs and cats at a clinic, Humane Society, Kennel, or similar 

WVRC - has three hospital locations: Waukesha, Racine and Grafton all dedicated to providing patients, clients, and referring veterinarians the highest quality emergency and specialty veterinary medical care. WVRC offers a warm, friendly atmosphere where our main goal is to provide compassionate care to our patients and clients as well as offering outstanding customer service. 

 
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.. 

 
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. 

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.