Hospital Assistant

Job Description

The Technician/Veterinary Assistant is responsible for the cleanliness of the hospital, as well as daily care and cleaning of hospital patients. For this reason, the Tech/Vet Assistant must be compassionate, enjoy working closely with the patients, and be able to follow instructions.

This is a part time position; scheduled days and hours may vary based on hospital need, however, the current schedule is 11am to approximately 6pm Monday through Friday. This position requires standing for long periods of time and some heavy lifting may be involved.

General Tasks

• Ensures the hospital is clean and tidy, maintaining a professional appearance at all times.

• Assists with patient restraint, especially with technician appointments.

• Assists the Doctors, Hospital Manager, Technicians and Client Care Specialists as needed.

• Maintains and completes scheduled cleaning and maintence tasks.

• Stocks food, medical supplies, and misc. supplies nightly or as needed.

• Receives, unpacks, and puts away food and supply orders.

• Assists with cleaning, wrapping, and autoclaving surgical instruments and packs.

• Cleans wet tables, exam tables, cages, runs, and floors; and empties garbage and recycling cans at the end of every business day.

Client Service:

• Maintains a professional appearance and calm demeanor with all clients and team members.

• Greets clients clearly and professionally.

Patient Care:

• Walks, feeds, and cleans cages for the hospital patients.

• Cleans patient cages and runs daily and as needed.

• Washes, dries, and stores towels and bedding.

• Demonstrates and utilizes proper restraining techniques.

• Monitors patients' behaviors and notes potentially aggressive behaviors; requests assistance when needed.

• Escalates any patient health concerns to a Veterinary Technician or Veterinarian in a timely manner.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health's innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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