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We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Assistants and are committed to your personal career development. VCA Shaker Animal Hospital has opportunities available for Veterinary Assistants to join our team in Latham, NY. Job Summary: Assist Technicians, Doctors and other hospital staff by care a

The veterinary assistant is the veterinary technician and veterinarian’s primary support. Currently looking for Full/Part time veterinary assistants, some experience is preferred but not required. Located in New York's Capital District, Boght and Oakwood Veterinary Clinics have been providing qual

Assist Technicians, Doctors and other hospital staff by care and cleaning of patients and facilities including completing patient treatments, assisting in executing treatment plans and all other animal care functions as well as other tasks involved i Assistant, Hospital, Animal Care, Healthcare, Pat

Job DescriptionWhy You’ll Love this Veterinary Assistant Job! If you are passionate about animals and excited about the opportunity to interact with a variety of pets, then our Veterinary Assistant position is the one for you! When you become a part of Sand Creek Animal Hospital, an EverVet Partner, you'll join a supportive community dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners. As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play a pivotal role in our veterinary team, ensuring exceptional service to our clients while maintaining the highest standards of care. Your responsibilities will include assisting doctors and technicians, managing patient restraint, aiding in radiology, communicating with clients, conducting medical procedures, maintaining equipment and inventory, and providing daily treatments to hospitalized patients. Don't miss out on this opportunity! Apply for the Veterinary Assistant position today! Pay Range: Insert Pay Range / hour Benefits: • Paid Time Off, • Medical, Dental, Vision with a Health Savings Account*, • Employee Assistant Program available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week*, • Supplemental Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance*, • 401K Plan with Generous Employer Match, • Maternity Leave *, • Bereavement Leave, • Life, Short Term, & Disability Insurance*, • Discount Programs, • Discounted Veterinary Care, • On-Demand Pay Options, • Referral Bonus Career Enhancement Benefits:, • The opportunity for full tuition payment to attend Penn Foster's veterinary technician program*, • Access to Zoetis Clinical & Professional Program and Events, • Restrain/hold animals of several species for examination and treatments, • Get weights on all patients prior to examination, • Use our radiology software for medical records and submission of studies for review, • Take digital photos of procedures/relevant lesions and save to patients' medical records, • Run in-house laboratory specimens and record results in patient medical records, • Prepare laboratory forms/specimens for out-of-office laboratories (Antech and others), • Help administer treatments (oral/fluids/injections/baths) under direction of DVM/LVT, • Assist in monitoring anesthetized patients, • Shave animals for surgery and scrub surgical sites, • Manage post-op cleaning and preparation of packs, • Complete progress forms for in-hospital/anesthetic patients, • Keep patients comfortable, fed, watered and clean, • Log controlled drugs (when authorized to do so, under direction of an LVT/DVM), • Setup medications/fill prescriptions (when authorized to do so), • Monitor inventory, rotation and expiration dates and report needs, • Stock exam rooms/treatment/surgery/radiology rooms as necessary, • Assist in ordering of food/supplies/medications as requested, • Assist in maintenance of areas outside of hospital (walks, parking, runs) Required Skills, • High School Diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent, • Veterinary Assistant Certification preferred, • At least one year experience preferred, • Experience handling a variety of animals, • Strong customer service skills, • Ability to communicate effectively, • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, • Basic math and writing skills, • Ability to express compassion, • Basic understanding of diseases/medications/anesthesia, • Understanding of vaccinations, basic laboratory tests, common diseases and pet behavior, • Knowledge of computer software (Infinity and Office programs)

Job DescriptionWhy You’ll Love this Kennel Assistant Job! Are you enthusiastic about animals and enjoy a lively work environment? If so, this Kennel Assistant position may be the ideal role for you! When you join 4 Paws Veterinary Care, an EverVet Partner, you will be part of a strong community that is driven by the desire to truly make a difference for pets and pet parents. As a vital member of our team, our Kennel Assistants ensure excellent service to our clients while maintaining high standards of animal care through tasks such as cleaning cages, administering medication, and providing food and water to animals under our supervision. Apply today for the Kennel Assistant position! Pay Range: Insert Pay Range / hour Benefits: • Paid Time Off, • Medical, Dental, Vision with a Health Savings Account*, • Employee Assistant Program available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week*, • Supplemental Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance*, • 401K Plan with Generous Employer Match, • Maternity Leave *, • Bereavement Leave, • Life, Short Term, & Disability Insurance*, • Discount Programs, • Discounted Veterinary Care, • On-Demand Pay Options, • Referral Bonus Career Enhancement Benefits:, • The opportunity for full tuition payment to attend Penn Foster's veterinary technician program*, • Access to Zoetis Clinical & Professional Program and Events, • Transport animals to and from the kennels, • Ensure that the animals have ample fresh food and water at all times, • Clean animal waste, spilled food, hair, and other debris from the kennels, • Dispose of trash in a timely manner, • Groom, play with and administer treatment to animals under the auspices of the Veterinarian, • Accompany animals on walks, if required, • Calm animals who are in distress, • Adjust the air temperature to ensure that the animals remain comfortable, • Report significant changes in functioning to the Veterinarian or medical professional on duty, • Evacuate all animals if an emergency occurs Required Skills, • High School Diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent, • At least one year experience preferred, • Experience handling a variety of animals, • Strong customer service skills, • Ability to communicate effectively, • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, • Basic math and writing skills, • Ability to express compassion, • Available to work during evenings, and on weekends and public holidays, if required

Job DescriptionWhy You’ll Love this Licensed / Registered Veterinary Technician Job! - $1,000 Sign on Bonus! Are you looking to grow a successful career based on your love for animals? When you join 4 Paws Veterinary Care, an EverVet Partner, you will be welcomed into a supportive community motivated by the genuine desire to make a meaningful difference for pets and their owners. As a critical member of our team, our Licensed Veterinary Technicians enable us to deliver excellent service and top-quality care to our clients. You will directly support veterinarians in medical and surgical procedures and may independently handle appointments when veterinary oversight is not necessary. If you are ready to join a dynamic team where quality animal care is valued at the highest level, apply for the Licensed / Registered Veterinary Technician position today! Pay Range $26-$30 / hour and $1,000 Sign On Bonus Benefits: • Paid Time Off, • Medical, Dental, Vision with a Health Savings Account*, • Employee Assistant Program available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week*, • Supplemental Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance*, • 401K Plan with Generous Employer Match, • Maternity Leave *, • Bereavement Leave, • Life, Short Term, & Disability Insurance*, • Discount Programs, • Discounted Veterinary Care, • On-Demand Pay Options, • Referral Bonus Career Enhancement Benefits:, • The opportunity for full tuition payment to attend Penn Foster's veterinary technician program*, • Access to Zoetis Clinical & Professional Program and Events, • Restrain/hold animals of several species for examination and treatments, • Assist in treatment of patients in concert with a doctor, • Get weights on all patients prior to examination, • Use our radiology software for medical records and submission of studies for review, • Take digital photos of procedures/relevant lesions and save to patients' medical records, • Run in-house laboratory specimens and record results in patient medical records, • Prepare laboratory forms/specimens for out-of-office laboratories (Antech and others), • Import laboratory and radiographic data into patient medical records, • Manage and oversee medical treatments (including collecting laboratory samples, administering SQ fluids, placing IV and urinary catheters, expressing anal sac, etc.), • Administer and oversee anesthesia, surgical and dental treatments under the direction of the Veterinarian, • Take high quality digital radiographs, • Complete all relevant medical records entries for patients, • Ensure that all patients are comfortable, fed, watered and clean, • Bathe animals as necessary (both therapeutic and general), • Keep accurately and timely logs for controlled drugs, • Setup medications/fill prescriptions when needed, • Help monitor inventory, rotation and expiration dates and report needs as requested, • Assist in stocking exam rooms/treatment/surgery/radiology rooms as necessary, • Assist in ordering of food/supplies/medications as requested, • Assist in maintenance of areas both inside and outside of hospital (floors, walks, parking, runs, etc.) Required Skills, • Veterinary Technician License Required, • High School Diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent, • Associate’s degree in a related field preferred, • At least one to two years’ experience preferred, • Experience handling a variety of animals, • Strong customer service skills, • Ability to communicate effectively, • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, • Basic math and writing skills, • Ability to express compassion, • Advanced understanding of diseases/medications/anesthesia, • Understanding of vaccinations, basic laboratory tests, common diseases and pet behavior, • Knowledge of computer software (Infinity and Office programs) #WynantskillNY #VeterinaryTechnician