Overnight Veterinary Assistant

19 Hours ago • 1 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

Emergency Veterinary & Specialty Services of Roanoke is seeking an Overnight Veterinary Assistant to provide 24-hour emergency and critical care. Responsibilities include animal restraint, patient triage, lab sample collection and analysis, diagnostic imaging, management of medical and hospitalized cases, medication administration, client communication, surgical preparation, and anesthetic management. The role requires the ability to handle unpleasant odors and noises, and potential exposure to bites, scratches, and animal waste. The company offers opportunities for virtual and hands-on training and continuing development. The position is located in Roanoke, Virginia.
Must have:
  • Minimum of 1-year experience as a veterinary assistant or technician
  • High work ethic and positive attitude
  • Punctuality and readiness to work
  • Weekend availability required
  • Exceptional customer service and communication skills
  • Ability to interpret medical records accurately
  • Knowledge of preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow
  • Ability to restrain pets safely
  • Proficient in sample collection (blood, urine, fecal, skin)
  • Proficient in processing laboratory samples
  • Proficient in radiographic positioning
  • Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring
  • Self-starter with a desire for skill advancement
  • Ability to receive constructive feedback
Perks:
  • Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
  • Paid Bereavement Program
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Continuing Education Allowance
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
  • Career Development Opportunities
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Personal Pet Discounts
  • Holiday Pay
  • Uniform Allowance
  • Bonuses

Job Details

Company Description

Emergency Veterinary & Specialty Services of Roanoke offers 24-hour emergency and critical care to the pets of the Roanoke region. Because we are the only 24/7 ER in the area, we take great pride in our commitment to serve the other veterinarians within our community. Our team comes to work excited to manage the diverse caseload and ready to fully utilize their strengths to provide high-quality care for our client’s pets. We believe in working hard, having fun and ensuring balance in our personal and professional lives.

Our facility is located in Roanoke, VA, which is situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains of southwest Virginia. Our area is known for its scenic beauty, railroad heritage, arts and culture and great food too!

To learn more about us, click here: https://emergencyveterinarianservice.com/

**Both FT and PT positions available!**

Job Description

*This is an overnight position*

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

  • minimum of 1-year experience as a veterinary assistant or technician
  • A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
  • Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
  • Weekend availability required
  • Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely
  • Interpret medical records and record client history accurately
  • Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow
  • Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner
  • Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin
  • Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests
  • Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs
  • Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring
  • A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset
  • Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency

Additional Information

**Both FT and PT positions available!**

We offer our staff:

  • Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees 
  • Paid Bereavement Program 
  • Paid Parental Leave Program  
  • Competitive Compensation  
  • Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
  • Tuition Assistance Program 
  • Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster 
  • Career Development Opportunities 
  • Referral Bonus Program for most positions! 
  • Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.) 

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. 

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/

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