Veterinary Assistant-ER

Description

Position at Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital

Veterinary Assistant - Emergency

Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital

Snohomish WA

Full-time- Overnight shift

Overnight shift :

Friday - Sunday 7pm-8am

Shift differentials :

7 days per week 7p-11p - $2 / hr

Sun-Thurs 11p-7a - $3 / hr

Fri / Sat 11p-7a - $4 / hr

Sat / Sun 7a-7p - $1 / hr

Fri / Sun additional - $2 / hr

More than a word care is present in everything you do. At Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner we take action to empower your best care for pets their families and yourself.

We are a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of unparalleled resources and people. Through outstanding learning and career options comprehensive benefits and abundant support youll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and what you bring to the table. We come together in both the joys and heartaches of our profession to lift each other up through laughter and empathy.

And we have plenty of fun along the way!

Who we are

At Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital youll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic while having the opportunity and support of a united network.

Provide your best care with more bridges and less barriers.

Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant. We promote an emotionally intelligent work environment and positive culture at our hospital. We invest heavily in our employees with many opportunities for growth and development as well as a consistent work / life balance.

As a Veterinary Assistant youll play an important role in pets lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests to support services including admitting and discharging patients.

Role Responsibilities :

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care advocate for pets and educate clients.
• With each hospital function assist veterinarians technicians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with Washingtons Veterinary Practice Act outlined for veterinary assistants.
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on medications and additional treatments.
• Assist in maintaining relevant comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques follow standard protocols and sustain clean sterile organized treatment areas exam rooms and labs.
• Be willing to guide mentor and support fellow team members.

Experience & Skills Requirements :

Youll Grow with Us

Here you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through :

And with so many locations nationwide you can find and move into any specialty hospital type or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Benefits our care in action

We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental physical emotional and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include :

Salary Range : Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $23 - $27 / hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors including your skills qualifications experience and location. A generous hourly shift differential (between $1 and $4 per hour).

At Thrive Pet Healthcare we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members pet parents and pets. We strive to create a diverse equitable and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.

Key Skills

Veterinary Experience,Animal Care,Basic Math,Animal Husbandry,Veterinary Assistant,Veterinary Technician Experience,Vital Signs Experience,Animal Handling,Animal Restraint,Pet Care,Medical Imaging,Medication Administration

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 1 - 4