Hospital Veterinary Assistant

Company Description At North Star Veterinary Hospital, we're a collaborative, client-centered team dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care across a diverse range of species. As an established mixed animal hospital in Parkton, our caseload goes far beyond dogs and cats- we regularly care for horses, reptiles, and small mammals- which offers a dynamic and engaging environment where no two days are the same! We believe great patient care starts with a supported and empowered team. From continuing education opportunities to a culture that values your skills and voice, we're dedicated to helping our technicians thrive. We're currently seeking a skilled Registered Veterinary Technician who is passionate about patient care, eager to grow, and excited to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team. Our hours of operation are: Monday - Friday: 7am - 5pm We are closed on weekends The kennel tech is responsible for the care, feeding, medicating and cleaning of our patients in hospital, and our clients in the boarding facility. This job involves cleaning, laundry, bathing, feeding, walking dogs, and medicating. You are responsible for restocking hospital supplies, helping with post-operative patients, assisting doctors and assistants with animal restraint and exams. You will be responsible for proper recordkeeping of medications, special foods, appetite, behavior and any issue that may arise while the animal is in our care. You will be trained to clean and sterilize surgical instruments. Proper methods of animal restraint. Ability to use cleaning materials and equipment with skill and efficiency. Perform moderately heavy physical labor (large dogs, bags of litter, pet foods, etc). Abilityto attend to sick, scared and injured animals sympathetically and patiently. 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 Salary: $12 - $15 Hourly

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