At Creekside Veterinary Hospital, we believe that pets are family. We are a locally owned and operated full service veterinary hospital in a convenient and easily accessible location. We have been open for 2 years and are growing. We are seeking team members that are eager to grow, see Veterinary Medicine as a career, and want to help pets, people, and their teammates have More Good Days . We work hard, but we also have fun. We are a Low Stress Handling certified hospital and compassion and patience is a must. For the most part, we keep pets in the room with their owners so veterinary assistants/technicians need to be comfortable with time with clients, drawing blood in front of clients, low stress handling techniques, etc. We are starting the process of becoming AAHA accredited and are proud of our brand new facility and modern pet care principles! We believe that teamwork makes the dream work and are seeking individuals that can see themselves as long term part of our team and culture!
We strive for a workplace that demonstrates team culture, where people are honored, empowered and elevated for hard work, attention to detail, teamwork, business-based thinking and excellence in attitudes.
If you've read this far, thank you. If you get down to the nitty gritty of it, we love to: work hard but have some fun in the process. We are known to sing (poorly) while we work (especially in surgery). We celebrate work anniversaries with cake and our clients love to send us Crumbl cookies. We love what we do and we also want to go home at the end of the day. Law requires 30 minute lunch breaks but we get 45 minutes and we always get them. We love puppies and kittens, just like the rest of them but we also love when we make a difference in someone's life. We want to put a good "ripple" into the world (as the boss says). We offer a payment plan which can sometimes be cumbersome but also helps people who REALLY love their pets and are in a tight spot. We also have a non profit so that we can help clients in need, and we foster kittens from local shelters and rescues. We have the friendliest, most bubbly veterinary receptionist you've ever met and we legitimately want to make a difference in the world. If you think you'd like to be our friend, please apply!
Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians in providing medical care to animals
- Perform routine procedures such as injections, phlebotomy, and dental cleanings
- Perform advanced procedures such as taking dental x-rays, taking Doppler blood pressure readings, and using towel restraints in patients
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians
- Prepare animals for surgery and assist during surgical procedures
- Monitor anesthesia during surgeries and recovery
- Take and develop x-rays
- Collect and analyze laboratory samples
- Maintain accurate medical records for each patient
- Educate pet owners on proper animal care and treatment plans
- Provide compassionate care to animals in all situations
Qualifications:
- Certification or degree in veterinary technology OR > 2 years experience in veterinary assisting (with LVMTs having quicker opportunity for increased responsibility and growth)
- Knowledge of veterinary terminology, animal physiology, and aseptic technique
- Experience with dog handling and Low Stress animal restraint techniques
- Familiarity with kennel operations and animal husbandry practices
- Proficiency in administering medications and treatments to animals
- Ability to perform basic grooming tasks such as bathing and nail trimming
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with pet owners and team members
- Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in dog training or behavior modification techniques
- Knowledge of common pet breeds, their characteristics, and specific care requirements
We offer competitive compensation based on experience, along with benefits such as supplemental health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to animals and working in a collaborative team environment, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
Work Location: In person
