** Full Time Veterinary Assistant **

Company Description

Due to the nature of Emergency Medicine, this position requires the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Emergency Veterinary & Specialty Services of Roanoke offers 24-hour emergency and critical care to the pets of the Roanoke region. Because we are the only 24/7 ER in the area, we take great pride in our commitment to serve the other veterinarians within our community. Our team comes to work excited to manage the diverse caseload and ready to fully utilize their strengths to provide high-quality care for our client's pets. We are rapidly growing and are looking to add several veterinary assistants to our team! We believe in working hard, having fun and ensuring balance in our personal and professional lives. Job Description

***We are looking to fill full-time, part-time, and relief positions!*** Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases. Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development. A

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of 1-year experience as a veterinary assistant or technician. Due to the nature of Emergency Medicine, this position requires the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be 18 years or older. Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely. Interpret medical records and record client history accurately. Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow. Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin. Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring. Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency. Additional Information

***We are looking to fill full-time, part-time, and relief positions!*** depending on level of experience, shift differential available! Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program Referral Bonus Program for most positions! Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.) *Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status. For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: Employment Type: Full Time