Veterinary Assistant - Internal Medicine

divh2Veterinary Assistant Position/h2pAre you an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking to succeed in a VECCS Level I Hospital not only dedicated to caring for its team but also its patients? Want to work with like-minded individuals that encourage growth and success in your career? If this sounds like you, we invite you to check out Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center located in Middletown, CT./ppOur vision is a simple one, to make the community and the animals and people in it happier and healthier./ppWhat to Expect:/pulliCommitment to Continuing Education: We want to retain and develop our talent to the best of our ability. You can expect numerous in-house CE opportunities, and any mentoring available to support and achieve your career goals!/liliCareer Advancement: We pride ourselves on recognizing top talent and strong work ethic and if you demonstrate those things, you can expect to be promoted./liliEnvironment of Belonging: With so many specialties at your fingertips, its easy to find where you fit. We also promote an environment of inclusivity so that everyone feels welcome./liliEnvironment of Collaboration: Our VECCS Level 1 Certified Hospital includes specialists in Emergency Critical Care, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Surgery, and Exotics and a full staff of experienced Emergency and Primary Care Veterinarians. With the support of their technicians, assistants, and liaisons the hospital teams work closely together to deliver the highest quality of care./li/ulpAbout You:/ppWe strongly believe that veterinary medicine is a team sport, and our ideal candidate is someone who feels the same. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment that is always evolving and communicates well with others./ppWe are seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant who is already comfortable with handling/restraint, basic surgery prep, and assisting Veterinary Technicians and other staff members in a clinical setting. Experience with EzyVet and Smartflow are an additional plus but not required. We highly value collaboration from all staff members, so please speak up as your input is not only valued but can make a difference. If you are interested in the ECC positions, a minimum of 1 year of experience in a veterinary ER is required. Anticipated Schedule: This is a full-time position: 4 days a week / 10-hour shifts. Weekends and holidays are required. Compensation: Starting at $19.50-$22.00 / hour dependent on experience./ppWhats in it for you?/pulliSupportive culture with social events team building/liliCompetitive paid time off holidays/liliCareer Growth Training Opportunities/liliComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance/liliMental Health Focused Services/lili401(k) plan with strong employer match/liliUp to 75% employee pet care discount/liliAnnual uniform allowance/li/ulpWe know its not always easy to make a move. We treat all interviews as confidential and if a casual chat is more your style, we can do that too! We genuinely love what we do and the people we work with!/ph3Requirements:/h3ulliPhlebotomy/liliKnowledge of the procedures used for scheduling patients, receiving, treating, ordering medical supplies, and requesting laboratory tests./liliKnowledge of the use, care, and storage of veterinary instruments, materials, and equipment./liliKnowledge of sterilization techniques to sterilize various instruments and materials./liliKnowledge of the instruments, materials, and standardized procedures used in the full variety of treatments to make preparations and provide tableside assistance./liliKnowledge of principles and processes for providing client and personal services. This includes client needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of client satisfaction./liliKnowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar./liliAbility to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments./li/ul/div

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