Veterinary Technician Assistant

*About us* Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunity Veterinary Specialty Center *About us* Veterinary Specialty Center is guided by the belief that companion animals deserve state-of-the-art medical care in a kind and comforting environment. The courage of our patients, the loyalty of their human families, and the devotion of our referral veterinarians inspire our vision. It is sustained by the contributions of our compassionate, knowledgeable and dedicated staff and built upon a tradition of providing unsurpassed healthcare for animals. *We invest in the success of our staff* Our team includes some of the brightest talents in the veterinary field and are motivated by collaboration and lifelong learning. As Veterinary Specialty Center grows, we provide opportunities for development among our staff, fostering a shared sense of pride and ownership in our practice. *As a Certified B Corporation, we at VSC believe:* * That we must be the change we seek in the world. * That business ought to be conducted as if people and places mattered. * That, through their products, practices, and profits, businesses should aspire to do no harm and work to benefit all. * To do so requires that we act with the understanding that we are each dependent upon another and thus responsible for each other and future generations. *If you are or want to be an amazing Vet Tech Assistant who wants to make great money working for one of the largest privately owned, single location veterinary hospitals in the country, keep reading* *Benefits:* * Generous Salary * Multiple Free CE Opportunities and CE Allowance * Ownership Thinking Bonuses * Employee Volunteer Program (we pay you to volunteer) * Financial Hardship Loans (we help when you need it most) * Quarterly Employee Social Events (bowling, zoo, baseball game, fall festival, etc.) * On-site Bistro (fresh salads, sandwiches, snacks, drinks, and incidentals) * Holiday Pay * Generous Overtime Opportunities * Generous Employee Referral Bonuses * Birthday and Anniversary Bonuses * Regular Lunchtime Food Truck Visits * 401k Match Up to 6% (unheard of in the veterinary industry) * Health Insurance (domestic partnerships included) * Health Savings Account (HSA) * Flexible Spending Account (FSA) * Free Telehealth Services * Life Insurance * Dental Insurance * Vision Insurance * Free Pet Insurance * Short Term Disability * Long Term Disability * License Fee Reimbursement * Free Employee Assistance Program (financial, legal, and mental health services) * Free Premium Scrubs/uniform *Please note: Starting wage may be higher than listed depending on your experience.* *Veterinary Specialty Center will be the largest single-location, privately-owned veterinary hospital in the country by 2022* *We currently have positions available in:* * Cardiology * Oncology (medical and radiation) * Emergency and Critical Care * Imaging * Surgery/Anesthesia * Neurology * Internal Medicine * Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine Join the fastest growing veterinary hospital and work alongside the most incredible team you could imagine; working side by side to provide unsurpassed patient care that is second to none. Veterinary Specialty Center was founded almost 50 years ago and has continued to be the industry leader in providing cutting edge medicine in a kind and comforting environment. Our hospital is a VECCS Level I facility and is one of only a few practices in the world to achieve LEVEL ONE Trauma Center Certification through ACVECC's Veterinary Committee on Trauma (VetCOT). We also believe in reinvesting in our team and referral community by offering the largest annual all-day free CE event in the midwest on the topics that matter most. Additionally, we uniquely offer high-flow oxygen, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, hemodialysis, plasmapheresis, apheresis, brand new imaging modalities, and immunotherapy. Veterinary Specialty Center is the first veterinary hospital to become a Certified B-corporation in the country. This voluntary assessment and accreditation further our commitment to making life better for our employees, their families, our patients, our clients, our communities, and our environment. To learn more, visit the B-Corp website at www.bcorporation.net. Job Description for Technician Assistant We are expanding in several departments and are in need of additional veterinary assistants. We offer the opportunity to learn and grow with our hospital. Some responsibilities of veterinary assistants include: * Perform basic lab work * Clean, sterilize and maintain kennels, exam rooms, cages and surgical equipment * Walking patients * Comfortably restrain pets during examinations and procedures * Perform some clerical duties including: * Medical record entry * Presenting patient care plans (PCP’s) with clients * Checking clients in and out of the hospital Assist Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVT) with treatments on patients including: * PEG Tube feedings * Cryotherapy * Passive range of motion * Hyperbaric oxygen therapy * Placement and maintenance of IV catheters * Assisting with monitoring and recovery of surgical patients * Post-operative patient care and discharging * Assist specialist with appointments *Experience with animals is preferred. * *Veterinary Specialty Center provided the following inclusive hiring information:* We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or veteran status. * Women-led organization * Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups * LGBTQ+ friendly workplace * Age-inclusive * Diversity and inclusion training or programs * Paid time off *Veterinary Specialty Center provided the following inclusive hiring information:* We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or veteran status. * Women-led organization * Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups * LGBTQ+ friendly workplace * Age-inclusive * Diversity and inclusion training or programs * Paid time off' ' Work Location: * One location Work Remotely * No Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $19.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Referral program * Relocation assistance * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * 10 hour shift * 12 hour shift * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Application Question(s): * What is your availability? Fulltime, part-time, or either? Education: * High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: * animal: 1 year (Preferred) * veterinary technician assistant: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person