Mission Veterinary Partners Middletown , NJ 07748
Posted 2 months ago
Overview
Middletown Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team!
Location: 1330 Route 35, Middletown, NJ 07748
Shift Details: This is a full-time position. We do a rotating two week schedule. On week one, there is a 5 day work week including a Saturday. On week two, is a 4 day work week with a guaranteed 3 day weekend off.
Compensation: $18-$21/hour with potential for annual bonus with 80 hours of PTO plus 48 hours of Holiday pay.
Preferred Skills: Proficient in Venipuncture, IV catheter placement and anesthetic monitoring. Must be proficient in restraint.
Middletown Animal Hospital has served Middletown NJ since 1956. We are a busy, AAHA certified, 6 doctor practice. We strive to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care, and dental care for our patients. From wellness exams and vaccines to advanced diagnostics and complex surgical procedures, your dog, cat, or bird will receive high quality care at our hospital. We offer our clients:
Soft Tissue and Orthopedic surgery
Laser Therapy
Digital Radiography
Digital Dental Radiography
In house laboratory
Ultrasound in-house with access to specialist
Electronic Medical Records
Benefits:
Medical, Vision and Dental plans available
FSA and HSA options available
401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match
Access to Healthy Minds @Work Appto 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
Access to our online learning platform with RACE approved CE at your fingertips.
Scholarship Program for Veterinary Assistants that want to become credentialed
Internal Employee Rewards Program
Potential Annual Bonus
Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act.
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.
We put people first and never compromise on our values.
Apply today for immediate consideration!
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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