Mission Veterinary Partners Port Huron , MI 48061
Posted 3 weeks ago
Overview
Lake Huron Veterinary Clinic is looking for an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to our team!
Location: 1825 Pine Grove Ave Port Huron, MI 48060
Compensation: $16 - $20/hr
Skills: We need an experienced individual with proficiency in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, dental prophylaxis and anesthetic monitoring.
We have urgent care hours Mondays and Fridays 5-9.
Shift: This position will require working until 9 pm on Mondays and Friday evenings as well as a rotational Saturday shift 8-3. This is a full time position.
We are a two-doctor veterinary hospital dedicated to the care of dogs and cats. Our comprehensive services include soft tissue surgery, laser therapy, butterfly ultrasound for quick scans, Stelfonta injections, CPMA Parvo injection treatment, and more.
As a small yet mighty team, we bond over crafts, coffee, food, and snacks. We seek a growth-focused individual with a positive attitude. Our team works hard but always makes time for fun.
We are in search of a proficient veterinary assistant skilled in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, intubation, dental prophylaxis, and anesthetic monitoring.
Our leadership is committed to fostering a culture that upholds MVP's core values, emphasizing continual improvement in patient care and providing exceptional support to our doctors.
Our values are the foundation of our work ethic, including integrity, teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and exceptional service.
These values are integral to our evolving culture. By living and embracing these principles, you will thrive in our hospital.
Come join our team!
Benefits:
PTO - 40 hours
Full-time team members will be awarded additional PTO based on their years of service.
Holiday Pay 48 hours to apply towards 6 recognized holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day)
Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raises
Dream Fund
Medical, Vision and Dental plans available
FSA and HSA options available
Maternity Leave
401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match
Access to Healthy Minds @Work App - to promote mental health and reduce burnout and reduce stress
Health Advocate
Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you
24 hour access
Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more
Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus
Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support Easy access to legal/financial experts and information
Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions
Build coping skills to manage life's challenges and gain control of your life
Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics
Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page
ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!!
Optional Insurances Available
Life Insurance AD&D
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accidental Insurance
Pet Benefits
Uniform Allowance
CE Benefits
Scholarship Program for Veterinary Assistants that want to become credentialed
Internal Employee Rewards Program
We do offer externships for Veterinary Technicians and Vet Students.
Responsibilities
How you'll make an impact:
Our Veterinary Assistants assist the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in all of their duties
The Veterinary Assistant helps to prepare animals for exams and surgery.
The Veterinary Assistant aids in performing medical treatments.
The Veterinary Assistant will perform or prepare laboratory tests.
The Veterinary Assistant will administer medications under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
The Veterinary Assistant will obtain and properly handle/prepare in-house and laboratory specimens (cytology, blood draws, blood smear, fecal, etc.)
The Veterinary Assistant works in cooperation with staff to attend to any immediate needs.
The Veterinary Assistant handles animals and their owners in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner, and inform staff and clients of any pertinent medical information related to animal care.
The Veterinary Assistant maintains a healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animals.
Qualifications
Physical demands and work environment
The Veterinary Assistant must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and lift over 50 pounds with the assistance of a coworker. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills.
The Veterinary Assistant must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
The Veterinary Assistant is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
The Veterinary Assistant must be fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
The Veterinary Assistant must be able to exchange accurate information with all clients and team members.
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