Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Animal Emergency Hospital

Burton, MI, United States
Starting pyy: $20; shift differential offered: up ...
On-site
Hands-on patient care
Fast-paced emergency environment
Teamwork and collaboration
Animal Emergency Hospital in Burton, MI is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their emergency team, offering a starting pay of $20 with potential shift differentials. The ideal candidate should have at least two years of experience, particularly in emergency or specialty settings, and possess strong patient care skills

Job Summary

  • As an Experienced Veterinary Assistant in our ER, you will confidently place IV catheters, draw blood and assist with diagnostics.
  • Provide hands-on care and monitoring for hospitalized and critical patients, and assist veterinarians and Licensed Veterinary Technicians during treatments and procedures.
  • At Animal Emergency Hospital, our assistants are respected, supported, and essential to the flow of emergency medicine.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Animal Emergency Hospital in Burton, MI is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their emergency team, offering a starting pay of $20 with potential shift differentials. The ideal candidate should have at least two years of experience, particularly in emergency or specialty settings, and possess strong patient care skills.

Salary

Starting Pay: $20; Shift Differential Offered: up to an extra $5 per hour; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401K with generous match program, paid working holidays, paid time off, and additional sick pay

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Hands-on patient care
  • Fast-paced emergency environment
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Excellent patient care

Nice-to-have

  • Thrives under pressure
  • Pride in work

Key Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years as a Veterinary Assistant
  • Emergency or specialty experience preferred
  • Confidence in IV catheter placement
  • Confidence in jugular blood draws
  • Strong patient handling and restraint skills
  • Ability to stay calm in high-stress situations
  • Ability to participate in an overnight shift rotation

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