Emergency Veterinary Assistant

Capital District Veterinary Referral Hospital is expanding our specialty services and is looking for a Full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our Emergency Department . The ideal candidate will be in the process of obtaining their veterinary technician license.

Capital District Veterinary Referral Hospital is working to re-imagine our Veterinary Care teams by investing in our people with updated compensation, evolving our schedules to help support our care teams and our communities and building robust development paths to help our team members grow their careers. Join us in re-imagining veterinary care.

Our new pay ranges are designed to support our employees professionally and personally with the goal of allowing them to build a career in the industry. This role starts at $20/ hour .

Schedule:

• We typically schedule three 12-hour shifts.
• Shifts can be 7a - 7p; 7p - 7a, and the occasional 10a - 10p or 2p - 2a
• Overnight/weekend availability is required.

Compensation:

• $20 - $22 pending skills assessment leveling
• Overnight shift differential between 11p-7a: Base + $3.50

About the Job:  As a Veterinary Assistant you will be responsible for:

• Animal restraint during procedures
• Basic animal husbandry for inpatients
• Record keeping
• Nail trims and suture/staple removal 

Qualifications:

• Candidates will have a minimum of 1 year of experience in veterinary medicine.
• Candidates are in the process of obtaining their veterinary technician license.
• Basic knowledge of animal restraint is required.
• Candidates must know how to perform proper hygiene between patients and know how to aseptically handle fluid lines while walking dogs.
• The right candidate will have a strong desire to work in a busy team environment and a commitment to developing long-term working relationships with colleagues, clients and the community.  
• Candidates must have excellent communication and organizational skills. This caring professional will ensure a positive and friendly environment at all times.
• Candidates should possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support the team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of clients and other employees.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role.

GROWTH & LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES:

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BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:

• CE Allowance
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid Time Off
• RECOVER Training
• Holidays = DOUBLE pay!
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Employee Pet Discount
• Access to VetBloom for RACE-approved continuing education and training
• Access to VetGirl Subscription
• Partnership with Penn Foster Veterinary Technology program, including scholarships
• License application and renewal reimbursement for LVTs.
• Financial support and onsite mentorship for those pursuing VTS certification

Ready to embark on a fulfilling career journey with Capital District Veterinary Referral Hospital? Apply today and be part of a team that's shaping the future of veterinary care!

For more information on our hospital, please visit .

Latham, NY
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation. This role could be the perfect fit if you're searching for job titles like
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