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. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of experience, strong patient handling skills, and the ability to work in high-stress environments

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, 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. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of experience, strong patient handling skills, and the ability to work in high-stress environments.

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

  • Compassion for patients and colleagues
  • Growth opportunities in emergency medicine

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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