Veterinary Assistant

Description

Veterinary Assistant Full-Time Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets’ primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence. Our ideal candidate is an individual who is passionate about animal care, highly motivated, efficient, and pays attention to detail. Our Veterinary Assistants work side by side our Veterinarians (DVMs) and Licensed Vet Technicians (LVTs) during procedures. A full-time position would require working between 30-40 hours a week. Role Responsibilities: 

• Competently speak and write the English language.

• Perform job tasks efficiently without rushing.

• Promote a positive attitude among staff.

• Handle stress and pressure with poise and tact.

• Communicate and educate clients on medical recommendations in person or over the phone

• Stocking exam and treatment rooms with supplies, maintaining a clean environment for the hospital

• Utilizing computer information systems to record patient history, update and maintain medical records.

• Precisely dispense pharmaceuticals as required.

• Aid in placing weekly inventory orders, manage on-hand inventory, and receive shipments.

Experience & Skills Requirements: 

• At least 1 year of experience in animal husbandry.

• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

• High school diploma or equivalent, AAS or higher preferred.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, squatting, reach, standing, and walking throughout the day.

You’ll Grow With Us  Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU

• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills

• A program to designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital

• Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians

• Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement

And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare. Benefits – our care in action Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance

Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements. Who We Are Thrive Pet Healthcare is united by our mission to create the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. We exist to nurture both pets and people through meaningful relationships and exceptional veterinary care. Our Support Office teams power that mission by supporting our hospitals through operational excellence, innovative programs, people-centered culture, and forward-thinking business solutions — all while having plenty of fun along the way. We nurture pets & people through meaningful relationships and exceptional pet care—and we are united by a shared set of values.

• Service – delivering exceptional service
• Empathy – leading with care
• Accountability – achieve meaningful outcomes
• Joy – be a source of light
• Exploration – learn to fuel growth
• Team – connect for success

Read more about us here. Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with a hourly pay range starting at $18-21/hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. 


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