Veterinary Assistant - Newtown - Newtown Veterinary Specialists

    Newtown Veterinary Specialists
    Newtown Veterinary Specialists Newtown

    4 days ago

    $70,000 - $130,000 (USD) per year *
    Description
    PetVet Care Centers' Newtown Veterinary Specialists is currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their team
    At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people - providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage - for all the moments that matter.
    Because life is better with pets.
    We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience - every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.
    With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:
    • Local autonomy with national support
    • Career mobility and development opportunities
    • A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first
    You care for pets. We care for you.
    Title: Veterinary Assistant
    Reports to: Hospital Manager
    Department: Various
    Location: Various locations
    Position Overview: The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.
    Essential Functions:
    • Provide compassionate care to all patients
    • Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
    • Perform laboratory tests and help take radiographs
    • Operate and maintain hospital equipment including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors and machines, etc.
    • Fill non-controlled prescriptions
    • Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
    • Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
    • Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
    • Adhere to hospital's safety and wellness regulations
    • Understand and carry out oral and written directions
    • Maintain accurate medical records: documenting client interactions
    • Maintain a safe, secure, healthy and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating area, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures and in compliance with applicable legal regulations
    • Shows up for work regularly; full time presence at work is essential for every shift
    • Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
    • Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
    • Perform any other duties as assigned by Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)
    Competencies:
    • Care and Compassion - displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance and emotional support
    • Animal Restraint and Safety - uses sound judgment when handling patients and always takes appropriate precautionary steps when needed
    • Communication - uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others
    • Team Orientation - works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals
    • Dependability - demonstrates responsibility in completing all job tasks
    • Cleanliness Standards - consistently follows sanitization and sterilization policies and procedures
    • Energy and Productivity - completes tasks quickly and thoroughly without prompting
    • Time Management - manages time and prioritizes work tasks effectively
    • Technical Skills and Learning - keeps up-to-date with new technical skills and knowledge in the field
    • Care and Use of Equipment - takes appropriate steps to perform operation checks and maintenance of equipment
    Position Requirements:
    • Maintains current knowledge in the field of expertise and actively seeks opportunities for continuing education and skill improvement.
    • Ability to restrain animals, fill prescriptions, and monitor sedation procedures
    • Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors
    • Requires knowledge of hospital procedures, policies and services; client and patient treatment protocols; hospital computer systems; and the standard procedures, records, and terminology used in a veterinary hospital.
    • Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays
    • Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking.
    • This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion. May involve some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
    • Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds)
    Additional Information: The list of essential functions, as outlined in this job description, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Pet Vet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
    Qualifications (Required)
    • Must have 1 year in a veterinary setting with experience safely restraining cats and dogs
    • Ability to use in-house laboratory machine
    • Ability to use multiple computer systems
    Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)
    • Preferred 1+ year in a specialty/emergency setting
    Schedule
    • Monday-Thursday availability from 7am-6pm, hours vary day to day
    • 2 holidays required per year
    What We Offer
    We care deeply about supporting our team members - professionally and personally. Benefits include:
    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
    • Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
    • 401(k) with discretionary contribution
    • Team Member Pet Discounts
    • Emotional wellbeing support - including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
    • CE stipends and career development resources
    • Grant Circle - a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
    • Local hospital culture backed by national resources
    At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care - for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.
    Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.
    You care for pets. We care for you.
    PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
    * This salary range is an estimation made by beBee
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