Emergency Room Veterinary Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Make a Difference at Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic 

Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic has been providing outstanding patient care for the past 35 years.  Nestled deep in the beautiful bay area 5 minutes from downtown Annapolis is our state-of-the-art ER and referral center open 24 hours and 365 days a year. We have 25+ Veterinarians, 50+ Technicians, 20+ Assistants and 20+ Client Service Representatives. We work side-by-side with different specialty practices (Neurology, Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Surgery, Ophthalmology) and care for their patients overnight.  

Join our Emergency Room team as a Veterinary Assistant! Help aid in the treatment of animals by running diagnostic lab tests, taking digital radiographs, holding patients for exams, setting up for surgical procedures, cleaning and sterilizing surgical instruments, and much more! Veterinary Assistants will also gain experience working with neurology, surgery, internal medicine, oncology, cardiology, rehabilitation, and ophthalmology cases. It is a great opportunity to develop your skills, and there is always something new and exciting to learn in our spacious conference room where we host continuing education for veterinarians, nurses, and assistants.  

Currently Hiring for the Following Shifts: 

• 6a-4p
• 9a-7p
• 2p-12a
• 4p-2a  
  

Generous Shift Differential:

• Additional $2 per hour between 4p-12a
• Additional $5.50 per hour between 12a-8a

Compensation:  

• Based on experience & skill level
• $17 - $21/hour 

Time Off:  

At AAVEC, we believe in Work - Life Balance and a healthy lifestyle. Our schedule rotation was created by our teams with the goal of having consistently scheduled days as well as shift times. When you are hired for a particular shift (day shift, mid shift, or overnight shift), you will never be scheduled to work any other shift time. By keeping regular shift times on our rotating schedule, you are able to achieve a real sense of normalcy and consistency in your life. Also, the rotation allows for numerous opportunities to take time off or vacations and only use a minimal amount of PTO. 

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:  

• Can you lift at least 40-50 lbs.
• Do you thrive in fast paced environments
  

Education and Experience for Veterinary Assistants:  

• High School or Equivalent
• Experience working with animals preferred

What We Bring to the Table:  

• Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance  

• Excellent Paid Time Off Program 
  
• Double Time on Holidays 
  
• Continuing Education Opportunities 

• Annual Uniform Allowance 
• Semi Annual Bonus Opportunity  
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for Veterinary Technician Degree 

• Generous Employee Pet Discount 

• 401k with Company Match 

• Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, HSA/ FSA 

• Convenient Rotating Schedule with Abundant Time Off  
  

• State-of-the-Art Facility & Equipment