veterinarian assistant

Wixom Family Pet Practice

<p><i>Wixom Family Pet Practice</i></p><p><b>Who We Are</b></p><p>Join a motivated Team in our Independently Owned, 2 and a half Doctor, Small Animal Practice. As a Fear Free and AAHA-accredited practice, we focus on working together to form long-term patient relationships with large amounts of squeeze cheese! Required team-centered continuing education strengthens our ability to learn and grow together.</p><p>We&rsquo;re looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to add their passion, skills, and education to our team! Must project a professional image and embrace core values of the hospital while striving for the highest quality of care. Experience with Covetrus Pulse software system integrated with Heska diagnostic machines and Cuattro digital radiograph system would be an asset. The noted job requirements are not an exhaustive list of duties, as the position requires constant growth to contribute to the whole of the practice.</p><p><i>Veterinary Assistant </i><br/><b>What You&rsquo;ll Be Working On</b></p><p>● Engaging and communicating with clients and staff</p><p>● Getting and maintaining patient information and records</p><p>● Perform basic care for patients that do not require a veterinarian or technician assistance</p><p>● Assist the doctor or technician with patient treatments, procedures, and activities</p><p>● Assist in maintaining hospital cleanliness, prepping exam rooms, and supply inventory management</p><p>● Support receptionist with answering phones, triaging calls, and checking out clients</p><p>● Other duties as assigned by supervisor or management</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Petco

<ul><div>Vet Services
</div><div>R352801
</div><div>Full time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>4151 Town Center Blvd., Jeffersonville, IN 47130 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div><b>Position Purpose:</b></div><div>
The purpose of this position inherently involves providing excellent medical care to our Vetco Total Care full-service hospital patients and phenomenal customer care to their owners. The Veterinary Assistant represents the mission and values to all clients. Our Veterinary Assistants set the tone for the technical and customer support in the hospital, and are responsible, like all team members, for fostering cohesion and motivation within the practice.</div><div>
All hospital staff are responsible for performing their duties in a way that creates an environment in which:</div><ul><li><div>
The patient&rsquo;s needs always come first.</div></li><li><div>
Every team member understands that they have the power to do what it takes to create an exceptional customer experience.</div></li><li><div>
contentious issues are dealt with and resolved as they occur when possible, or as soon as is possible.</div></li><li><div>
exceptional teamwork and commitment to shared goals benefits the entire organization.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Essential Job Functions</b></div><div>
The incumbent must be able to perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation:</div><ul><li><div>
Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments and escort them into an exam room, obtain weight and vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations) and record the electronic medical record. Veterinary Assistants will collect thorough patient histories and document the patient visit in the EMRs.</div></li><li><div>
Assist doctors with appointments (routine and emergency), surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia, under supervision from the veterinarian credentialed veterinary technician, , HOM and HLOD.</div></li><li><div>
Perform patient restraint, obtain and process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications at the direction of the veterinarian and help maintain the electronic medical record.</div></li><li><div>
Schedule appointments, provide client education, relay test results to doctor and clients, and maintain and update client/patient records.</div></li><li><div>
Help prepare patients for surgical and dental procedures and assist doctor and/or veterinary technician in anesthetizing patients. Under supervision of the veterinarian and/or veterinary technician, assistants will maintain patients safely under anesthesia while monitoring vital parameters, help monitor patients during recovery and prepare them for hospital discharge or transfer to an overnight care facility.</div></li><li><div>
Under supervision of the veterinarian and/or veterinary technician, perform in-hospital treatments for sick patients including giving injectable and oral medications as well as intravenous fluid therapy; keep patients clean, watered, and fed (when indicated and directed by doctor), safely walk canine patients when necessary for elimination.</div></li><li><div>
Under direction of the HOM/HLOD, assist in the training of new staff members and general dissemination of knowledge as required.</div></li><li><div>
Keep hospital environment neat and clean; perform regular cleaning of environment based on necessity as well as based on a pre-determined maintenance schedule.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Other Duties and Responsibilities</b></div><ul><li><div>
Perform additional duties as assigned</div></li><li><div>
Provide backup phone and front desk support as needed</div></li></ul><div><b>
Nature of Supervision</b></div><div>
In all activities related to the care of individual patients, the incumbent will take direct supervision from the veterinarians as well as the Veterinary Technician. For purposes of overall supervision, the incumbent takes direction from the HOM/HLOD or from the supervising technician for the shift.</div><div><b>
Planning and Problem Solving</b></div><div>
Like all team members, the Veterinary Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring that day-to-day operation of the hospital is efficient and provides an optimal experience for our patients and clients.</div><div><b>
Impact</b></div><div>
This position will impact the organization by contributing to the growth of productive practice while focusing on a high-quality standard of care. From an overall hospital organizational standpoint, this position in critical to ensuring that we have a cohesive, well-trained, and motivated technical team. The desired end-result is the creation of an optimal environment that ensures employee retention, patient well-being, and customer satisfaction.
</div><div><b>Supervisory Responsibility</b></div><div>
This position has no immediate supervisory duties.</div><div><b>
Education/Experience</b></div><ul><li><div>
Preferred to have at least 1-year previous experience working in veterinary practice or sufficient relatable animal care experience to ensure excellent performance at the above-listed skills</div></li><li><div>
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills</div></li><li><div>
Must be compassionate and sympathetic, and be able to maintain a professional attitude and demeanor during emotional and stressful situations</div></li><li><div>
Must have telephone and computer skills</div></li><li><div>
Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments, offer creative ideas, and accept change</div></li></ul><div><b>
Work Environment:</b></div><div>
The majority of job duties are conducted in the Veterinary Hospital. Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time. A large amount of this partner&rsquo;s time will be spent in direct contact with clients and their pets.
</div><div><b>Contacts</b></div><div>
This position will regularly communicate with clients, veterinary specialists, and companies that provide products and/or services that the practice utilizes.</div><div>
For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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Veterinary Assistant

<ul><div>Vet Services
</div><div>R352355
</div><div>Full time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>1169 East Wilmington. Commons, Salt Lake City, UT 84106 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div><b>Position Purpose:</b></div><div>
The purpose of this position inherently involves providing excellent medical care to our Vetco Total Care full-service hospital patients and phenomenal customer care to their owners. The Veterinary Assistant represents the mission and values to all clients. Our Veterinary Assistants set the tone for the technical and customer support in the hospital, and are responsible, like all team members, for fostering cohesion and motivation within the practice.</div><div>
All hospital staff are responsible for performing their duties in a way that creates an environment in which:</div><ul><li><div>
The patient&rsquo;s needs always come first.</div></li><li><div>
Every team member understands that they have the power to do what it takes to create an exceptional customer experience.</div></li><li><div>
contentious issues are dealt with and resolved as they occur when possible, or as soon as is possible.</div></li><li><div>
exceptional teamwork and commitment to shared goals benefits the entire organization.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Essential Job Functions</b></div><div>
The incumbent must be able to perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation:</div><ul><li><div>
Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments and escort them into an exam room, obtain weight and vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations) and record the electronic medical record. Veterinary Assistants will collect thorough patient histories and document the patient visit in the EMRs.</div></li><li><div>
Assist doctors with appointments (routine and emergency), surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia, under supervision from the veterinarian credentialed veterinary technician, , HOM and HLOD.</div></li><li><div>
Perform patient restraint, obtain and process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications at the direction of the veterinarian and help maintain the electronic medical record.</div></li><li><div>
Schedule appointments, provide client education, relay test results to doctor and clients, and maintain and update client/patient records.</div></li><li><div>
Help prepare patients for surgical and dental procedures and assist doctor and/or veterinary technician in anesthetizing patients. Under supervision of the veterinarian and/or veterinary technician, assistants will maintain patients safely under anesthesia while monitoring vital parameters, help monitor patients during recovery and prepare them for hospital discharge or transfer to an overnight care facility.</div></li><li><div>
Under supervision of the veterinarian and/or veterinary technician, perform in-hospital treatments for sick patients including giving injectable and oral medications as well as intravenous fluid therapy; keep patients clean, watered, and fed (when indicated and directed by doctor), safely walk canine patients when necessary for elimination.</div></li><li><div>
Under direction of the HOM/HLOD, assist in the training of new staff members and general dissemination of knowledge as required.</div></li><li><div>
Keep hospital environment neat and clean; perform regular cleaning of environment based on necessity as well as based on a pre-determined maintenance schedule.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Other Duties and Responsibilities</b></div><ul><li><div>
Perform additional duties as assigned</div></li><li><div>
Provide backup phone and front desk support as needed</div></li></ul><div><b>
Nature of Supervision</b></div><div>
In all activities related to the care of individual patients, the incumbent will take direct supervision from the veterinarians as well as the Veterinary Technician. For purposes of overall supervision, the incumbent takes direction from the HOM/HLOD or from the supervising technician for the shift.</div><div><b>
Planning and Problem Solving</b></div><div>
Like all team members, the Veterinary Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring that day-to-day operation of the hospital is efficient and provides an optimal experience for our patients and clients.</div><div><b>
Impact</b></div><div>
This position will impact the organization by contributing to the growth of productive practice while focusing on a high-quality standard of care. From an overall hospital organizational standpoint, this position in critical to ensuring that we have a cohesive, well-trained, and motivated technical team. The desired end-result is the creation of an optimal environment that ensures employee retention, patient well-being, and customer satisfaction.
</div><div><b>Supervisory Responsibility</b></div><div>
This position has no immediate supervisory duties.</div><div><b>
Education/Experience</b></div><ul><li><div>
Preferred to have at least 1-year previous experience working in veterinary practice or sufficient relatable animal care experience to ensure excellent performance at the above-listed skills</div></li><li><div>
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills</div></li><li><div>
Must be compassionate and sympathetic, and be able to maintain a professional attitude and demeanor during emotional and stressful situations</div></li><li><div>
Must have telephone and computer skills</div></li><li><div>
Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments, offer creative ideas, and accept change</div></li></ul><div><b>
Work Environment:</b></div><div>
The majority of job duties are conducted in the Veterinary Hospital. Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time. A large amount of this partner&rsquo;s time will be spent in direct contact with clients and their pets.
</div><div><b>Contacts</b></div><div>
This position will regularly communicate with clients, veterinary specialists, and companies that provide products and/or services that the practice utilizes.</div><div>
For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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Del Mar Veterinary Hospital

<p>JOB DESCRIPTION</p><p>VETERINARY ASSISTANT</p><p><b>POSITION SUMMARY:</b></p><p>The Veterinary Assistant or RVT works hand-in-hand with veterinarians to ensure quality patient care, and to aid the doctors in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work.</p><p>The Veterinary Assistant or RVT assists the Veterinarian in multiple procedures providing care for animals including physical examinations, dental procedures, surgeries, immunizations and euthanasia as well as client education and inventory maintenance. Assistants and RVT's may also see their own appointments for procedures such as nail trim, vaccine administration when a doctor exam is not required, collection of blood and urine for diagnostic testing, surgery admission and discharge. This position requires a working knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs, common diseases; their symptoms, means of transmission, treatment and prevention, and other basic preventative health care recommendations. Minimum of 3 years experience required for this position.</p><p><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</b></p><ul><li>Receive, handle and treat patients with skill, compassion, accuracy, and care including: monitoring during anesthesia, administering fluids, assisting in diagnosing, surgery and general and specialized nursing care.</li><li>Accurately perform laboratory tests.</li><li>Accurately dispense and administer medications and vaccines.</li><li>Input data into computer software system.</li><li>Ability to observe animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent.</li><li>Regular attendance and timeliness are an essential function in order to fulfill the requirements of this position.</li><li>Strong communication and client service skills. Considerable tact and diplomacy is required. Ability to work with clients and patients in a professional, friendly, hospitable manner.</li><li>Work well with all team members and ensure that your actions support the hospital, the doctors, and the practice philosophy.</li><li>Perform general physical activities that require bending, standing, stooping, moving from room to room, sit, talk, and listen; may be required to walk or stand for long periods of time; will use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; will reach with hands and arms.</li><li>Frequently lift, carry and handle dogs weighing 50 lbs.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Uniform allowance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Veterinary Assistant or RVT

<ul><div>Vet Services
</div><div>R351906
</div><div>Full time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>2480 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80302-6709 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div><b>Position Purpose:</b></div><div>
The purpose of this position inherently involves providing excellent medical care to our Vetco Total Care full-service hospital patients and phenomenal customer care to their owners. The Veterinary Assistant represents the mission and values to all clients. Our Veterinary Assistants set the tone for the technical and customer support in the hospital, and are responsible, like all team members, for fostering cohesion and motivation within the practice.</div><div>
All hospital staff are responsible for performing their duties in a way that creates an environment in which:</div><ul><li><div>
The patient&rsquo;s needs always come first.</div></li><li><div>
Every team member understands that they have the power to do what it takes to create an exceptional customer experience.</div></li><li><div>
contentious issues are dealt with and resolved as they occur when possible, or as soon as is possible.</div></li><li><div>
exceptional teamwork and commitment to shared goals benefits the entire organization.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Essential Job Functions</b></div><div>
The incumbent must be able to perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation:</div><ul><li><div>
Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments and escort them into an exam room, obtain weight and vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations) and record the electronic medical record. Veterinary Assistants will collect thorough patient histories and document the patient visit in the EMRs.</div></li><li><div>
Assist doctors with appointments (routine and emergency), surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia, under supervision from the veterinarian credentialed veterinary technician, , HOM and HLOD.</div></li><li><div>
Perform patient restraint, obtain and process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications at the direction of the veterinarian and help maintain the electronic medical record.</div></li><li><div>
Schedule appointments, provide client education, relay test results to doctor and clients, and maintain and update client/patient records.</div></li><li><div>
Help prepare patients for surgical and dental procedures and assist doctor and/or veterinary technician in anesthetizing patients. Under supervision of the veterinarian and/or veterinary technician, assistants will maintain patients safely under anesthesia while monitoring vital parameters, help monitor patients during recovery and prepare them for hospital discharge or transfer to an overnight care facility.</div></li><li><div>
Under supervision of the veterinarian and/or veterinary technician, perform in-hospital treatments for sick patients including giving injectable and oral medications as well as intravenous fluid therapy; keep patients clean, watered, and fed (when indicated and directed by doctor), safely walk canine patients when necessary for elimination.</div></li><li><div>
Under direction of the HOM/HLOD, assist in the training of new staff members and general dissemination of knowledge as required.</div></li><li><div>
Keep hospital environment neat and clean; perform regular cleaning of environment based on necessity as well as based on a pre-determined maintenance schedule.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Other Duties and Responsibilities</b></div><ul><li><div>
Perform additional duties as assigned</div></li><li><div>
Provide backup phone and front desk support as needed</div></li></ul><div><b>
Nature of Supervision</b></div><div>
In all activities related to the care of individual patients, the incumbent will take direct supervision from the veterinarians as well as the Veterinary Technician. For purposes of overall supervision, the incumbent takes direction from the HOM/HLOD or from the supervising technician for the shift.</div><div><b>
Planning and Problem Solving</b></div><div>
Like all team members, the Veterinary Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring that day-to-day operation of the hospital is efficient and provides an optimal experience for our patients and clients.</div><div><b>
Impact</b></div><div>
This position will impact the organization by contributing to the growth of productive practice while focusing on a high-quality standard of care. From an overall hospital organizational standpoint, this position in critical to ensuring that we have a cohesive, well-trained, and motivated technical team. The desired end-result is the creation of an optimal environment that ensures employee retention, patient well-being, and customer satisfaction.
</div><div><b>Supervisory Responsibility</b></div><div>
This position has no immediate supervisory duties.</div><div><b>
Education/Experience</b></div><ul><li><div>
Preferred to have at least 1-year previous experience working in veterinary practice or sufficient relatable animal care experience to ensure excellent performance at the above-listed skills</div></li><li><div>
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills</div></li><li><div>
Must be compassionate and sympathetic, and be able to maintain a professional attitude and demeanor during emotional and stressful situations</div></li><li><div>
Must have telephone and computer skills</div></li><li><div>
Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments, offer creative ideas, and accept change</div></li></ul><div><b>
Work Environment:</b></div><div>
The majority of job duties are conducted in the Veterinary Hospital. Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time. A large amount of this partner&rsquo;s time will be spent in direct contact with clients and their pets.
</div><div><b>Contacts</b></div><div>
This position will regularly communicate with clients, veterinary specialists, and companies that provide products and/or services that the practice utilizes.</div><div>
The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum wage will be the minimum rate applied.</div><div><b>
Salary Range: </b>$15.50 - $25.00</div><div>
Hourly or Salary Range will be reflected above. For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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<ul><div>Vet Services
</div><div>R352751
</div><div>Full time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>420 Maple St, Marlborough, MA 01752 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div>As a Vetco Veterinary Assistant, you will meet your veterinary team at our local dispatch office, then travel to your assigned Petco clinic locations for the day. At the clinics, your team of veterinary assistants will greet the pet parents and recommend the veterinary services that will best protect their pets. The Veterinary Assistant will assist the Veterinarian so the services can be administered and thank the pet parent for protecting their pet!<br>
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Essential Job Functions:<br>
The incumbent must be able to perform all of the following duties and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation.<br>
<ul><li>Must love dogs and cats...and people too!</li><li>Team player who thrives on supporting the team in every way</li><li>Make educated recommendations to our clients and providing exceptional customer service</li></ul>
- Works hard and has fun doing it! - Eager to learn<br>
<ul><li>Ability to work in changing environments, traveling throughout our Market</li><li>Responsible and accountable individuals</li><li>A can-do attitude</li></ul></div><div>
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.</div><div>
The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum wage will be the minimum rate applied.</div><div><b>
Salary Range: </b>$15.50 - $21.25</div><div>
Hourly or Salary Range will be reflected above. For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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Vetco Veterinary Assistant ND

San Francisco SPCA

<div>Description:
<p><b>
Summary:</b><br>
We are seeking a qualified veterinarian to fill open shifts at the Cornerstone Animal Center Animal Center in Visalia, CA. Interested professionals with proven surgical skills, a commitment to teamwork, a positive attitude for problem solving and communication, and the desire to learn and grow should apply. We are open to providing training to DVMs who are interested in improving their high quality, high volume spay/neuter (HQHVSN) skills. Shifts are scheduled based on your availability.<br>
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<b>Essential Duties and Functions:</b><br>
<i>Veterinary Medical Care</i></p><ul><li>
Assess animals pre- and post-operatively to ensure appropriate candidacy for surgery and healing</li><li>
Perform 25-30+ high quality spay/neuter surgical procedures per day for client-owned and shelter animals, as well as community cats.</li><li>
Diagnose and treat post-surgical medical complications of outpatient animals[CH1] as well as oversee vaccination clinic.</li><li>
Follow and support all organizational and medical protocols</li><li>
Adhere to aseptic/sterile techniques throughout surgical process</li><li>
Must be able to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment</li><li>
Collaborate with staff to ensure proper collection of data to maintain comprehensive and detailed medical records in compliance with all laws/regulations.</li><li>
Provide select veterinary services including mass removals, wound management and other minor procedures in accordance with Cornerstone Animal Center guidelines.</li><li>
Comply with all laws pertaining to controlled drugs and work with our pharmacy staff as needed to follow prescription protocols.</li><li>
Triage and refer cases that do not fall within the clinic&rsquo;s parameters of care as appropriate.</li></ul><p><i>
Administrative Duties</i></p><ul><li>
Keep thorough and accurate medical records in compliance with all laws/regulations and collaborate with partner shelter administrative staff to ensure proper collection of data</li></ul><p><i>
Open Communication</i></p><ul><li>
Facilitate good working relationships through professional demeanor, teamwork and collaboration</li><li>
Facilitate and participate in open communication throughout the Cornerstone Animal Center.</li><li>
Embrace and promote Cornerstone Animal Center&rsquo;s direct communication program.</li></ul><p><i>
Safety</i></p><ul><li>
Ensure a safe work environment, following all safety guidelines and modeling safe work practices</li><li>
Take immediate action to address any safety concerns that could put a staff member, volunteer, client, animal, or the organization at risk</li><li>
Maintain a clean, healthy, and sanitary work area; follow all pest and rodent control protocols</li><li>
Participate in keeping the work environment clean and well-maintained</li></ul><p><b>
Reporting Relationships and Contacts: </b>Reports to the Executive Director, Cornerstone Animal Center</p>
Requirements:
<ul><li>Graduated from an accredited veterinary medical college &ndash; DVM or equivalent</li><li>
Licensed to practice in the State of California</li><li>
Experience in HQHVSN or shelter medicine is a plus, but not required</li><li>
Commitment to the mission, values, goals, and success of the Cornerstone Animal Center</li><li>
Demonstrated aptitude in clinical medicine and surgery</li><li>
Demonstrated success in working with a diverse team of professionals, skilled in managing varied relationships and successful at facilitating collaboration and cooperation</li><li>
Knowledge of methods and means of dealing with human behavior situations in a variety of business circumstances</li><li>
Proficient in effective written and oral communication within a varied range of audiences and settings</li><li>
Ability to mediate conflicts and give and receive feedback</li><li>
Willingness to work the hours necessary to accomplish targeted responsibilities</li><li>
Ability to delegate responsibility, achieve and measure results with team members</li><li>
Commitment to practice excellent quality medicine and uphold the veterinary code of ethics</li></ul><p><b>
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:</b><br>
The physical requirements described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job's essential functions.</p><ul><li>
Regular standing, bending, stooping and crouching while seeing patients and performing surgery</li><li>
Intermittent sitting at computer stations and operation of electronic equipment</li><li>
Regularly moves about the campus to coordinate work</li><li>
Frequent lifting, carrying animals weighing up to 50 pounds</li><li>
Exposure to disinfectant solutions when in kennel area</li><li>
Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling animals</li><li>
Consistent exposure to animals in the workplace and animal allergens under conditions with limited alternatives available</li></ul><p><b>
Salary and Benefits: </b>Compensation is $1,300 per shift worked. (Clinic days can vary, 6-10 hours)</p><p><br>
Eligible for the following benefits: You will be covered by the Cornerstone Animal Center&rsquo;s Worker&rsquo;s Compensation and Professional Liability insurance;, sick time accrual that meets California state law, inclusion in all Cornerstone Animal Center hospital meetings and continuing education events. In addition, the Cornerstone Animal Center will contribute payroll taxes and withhold appropriate local, state, federal and social security taxes on your behalf and issue a W-2 at the end of the year (rather than a 1099).</p><p><i><br>
The Cornerstone Animal Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions, and does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The Cornerstone Animal Center is an at-will employer and may conduct pre-employment background checks and drug screening depending on the role.</i></p></div>

Associate Veterinarian - On-Call (Cornerstone Animal Center)

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