Veterinary Assistant - Emergency - Overnight at Metropolitan Veterinary Associates summary:

The Veterinary Assistant - Emergency Overnight role involves providing critical support in a busy veterinary hospital, focusing on patient care for dogs and cats. This position requires experience in handling and restraining animals, assisting veterinarians and technicians in procedures, and ensuring a clean and safe environment. The role offers opportunities for professional growth and development within a state-of-the-art facility with competitive compensation and benefits.

Join a hospital where your growth matters! Our state-of-the-art 25,000-square-foot facility is home to 13 specialty departments, offering top-tier medicine and cutting-edge diagnostics. We provide unmatched opportunities to advance your skills, collaborate with leading specialists, and make a meaningful impact on pets and their families.

About the Veterinary Assistant Emergency Overnight Role  

We are looking to add to our growing hospital and are in search of Veterinary Assistants with approximately a year of experience with dog and cat handling/restraint in a clinical atmosphere to join our Emergency Overnight Department. 

Schedule & Compensation 

         Schedule:  Weds-Sat 10 pm - 8 am

         Compensation: From $23.00/hr *includes shift differential

What You'll Do

• Assist Nurses and Doctors in appointments, procedures and diagnostics
• Assist with anesthesia, surgery and discharge preparation
• Communicate with clients, and team members (verbally and written)
• Patient care responsibilities including laundry, husbandry, walking dogs, cleaning cages
• Perform digital radiographs
• Stocking of supplies in various locations throughout the hospital
• Ensure cleanliness and integrity of the hospital

• Experience and comfort with patient (dog and cat) restraint and handling required
• Basic knowledge of small animal medicine (proper restraint/handling, diagnostics, laboratory testing)
• Sound knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and disease processes
• Proficient computer skills

Our top tier benefits include 

• Leading industry compensation 
• Education Assistance Program & tuition reimbursement 
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance 
• Paid time off 
• Paid volunteer time off 
• Continuing education paid time off and allowance (for licensed and non-licensed team members) 
• Retirement plan including matching funds 
• Pet adoption reimbursement 
• Mentorship with a team dedicated to Education and Development 
• Emotional support and well-being benefits for team members 
• Unlimited growth potential 

At MVA, YOU are our priority. If you're looking for a career where you can thrive, grow, and truly make a difference, we’d love to have you join our team!? 

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