Veterinary Assistant

Overview Animal Hospital of Maple Orchard is looking to add a full-time Veterinary Assistant to our growing team! Location: 6066 West Maple Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48322 (moving to this location soon) Compensation: $15 - $16.50 depending on experience Shift Details: This is a full-time position Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm with rotating Saturdays (30 - 36 hours/week) Hospital Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am - 1:00pm Animal Hospital Maple Orchard is seeking to add a Veterinary Assistant to our growing and progressive team. We are excited to announce that we will soon be moving into a state-of-the-art veterinary facility. Our new beautiful building spans 9,000 square feet and will feature nine exam rooms, a dedicated dental suite, and a CT scanner. As a five-doctor practice, we care for both dog and cat patients. Our team has a close-knit sense of community, and what sets us apart is our team-oriented approach-everyone supports each other to get the job done. We offer a wide range of services, including orthopedic surgery, ultrasound, endoscopy, laser therapy, and advanced imaging with our new CT scanner. While we are not a Fear Free certified hospital, we implement various Fear Free techniques to help alleviate fear, anxiety, and stress in pets. Our goal is for pets to enjoy their visits with us. We place a high value on our culture and want to ensure it is maintained. We are looking for someone with a growth mindset, reliability, and some experience in an animal hospital setting. The Veterinary Assistant position will primarily focus on supporting our appointments. We need someone skilled in restraint techniques to ensure the safety of our patients and team. This role will also involve client education, including knowledge of vaccine protocols and available preventatives. There will be opportunities for advanced training in skills such as venipuncture, lab work, and IV catheter placement. We are committed to investing in our team's growth and development, striving to create an emotionally intelligent work environment while maintaining a positive work-life balance. Come join our team! Benefits: PTO - 40 Full-time team members will be awarded additional PTO based on their years of service. Holiday Pay 48 hours to apply towards 6 recognized holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day) * The holiday PTO hours can be used at the team member's discretion to cover the actual holiday as observed by the hospital or other absences with approval from their Manager. Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raises Dream Fund - Potential annual bonus awarded. Medical, Vision and Dental plans available FSA and HSA options available Maternity Leave 401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match Access to Healthy Minds @Work App - to promote mental health and reduce burnout and reduce stress Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program * Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you * 24 hour access * Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more * Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus * Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support Easy access to legal/financial experts and information * Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions * Build coping skills to manage life's challenges and gain control of your life * Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics * Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page * ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!! Optional Insurances Available * Life Insurance AD&D * Short Term Disability Insurance * Long Term Disability Insurance * Critical Illness Insurance * Accidental Insurance Pet Benefits Uniform Allowance - Full Time $150, Part Time $75 CE Benefits - Credentialed Veterinary Technician receive a $500 continuing education stipend plus 24 paid CE hours per year, Access to our online learning platform with RACE approved CE at your fingertips. Scholarship Program for Veterinary Assistants that want to become credentialed Internal Employee Rewards Program * Reward your co-workers with points that are redeemable for gift cards. We do offer externships for Veterinary Technicians and Vet Students. Responsibilities How you'll make an impact: * Our Veterinary Assistants assist the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in all of their duties * The Veterinary Assistant helps to prepare animals for exams and surgery. * The Veterinary Assistant aids in performing medical treatments. * The Veterinary Assistant will perform or prepare laboratory tests. * The Veterinary Assistant will administer medications under the direction of a veterinarian or Veterinary Technician. * The Veterinary Assistant will obtain and properly handle/prepare in-house and laboratory specimens (cytology, blood draws, blood smear, fecal, etc.) * The Veterinary Assistant works in cooperation with staff to attend to any immediate needs. * The Veterinary Assistant handles animals and their owners in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner, and inform staff and clients of any pertinent medical information related to animal care. * The Veterinary Assistant maintains a healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animals. Qualifications Physical demands and work environment * The Veterinary Assistant must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and lift over 50 pounds with the assistance of a coworker. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills. * The Veterinary Assistant must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high. * The Veterinary Assistant is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances. * The Veterinary Assistant must be fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position. * The Veterinary Assistant must be able to exchange accurate information with all clients and team members. Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Created: 2024-11-02