Jonesboro Family Pet Hospital is searching for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team! This is a great opportunity for highly motivated candidates who are looking to start or advance their veterinary career! We are offering a flexible, full-time or part-time schedule.
The ideal candidate:
- Comfortable around dogs and cats
- Upbeat, positive personality
- Excellent communication and multi-tasking abilities
- Enjoys connecting with clients as well as the team
- Friendly personality and excellent customer service skills
- Remains calm in emotional, stressful, and fast-paced environments
- Committed to a career in veterinary medicine with interest in growth and ongoing training
- Experience in a veterinary office or other animal-related career is a plus, but not required
Skills and responsibilities:
This person will be responsible for working with our DVM team and the technical staff managing exam rooms and outpatients, execute treatment plans, assist with procedures, and more. Primary responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in exams
- Client communication and education
- Patient handling and restraint
- Administering vaccines and medications
- Blood draws and IV catheter placement
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical prep and assistance
- Dental prophylaxis
- Outpatient procedures
- Microscopic evaluation
- Pharmacy duties
- Handling medical records
- General cleaning
Full-time benefits and compensation:
- Compensation: $13.50 to $19.00/hour (based on experience and credentials)
- Bonus package: $500 - $2000 (based on experience and credentials)
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance (HSA option)
- 401k options
- Paid time off
- Employee pet discounts
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career growth potential
- Great team culture
- And more!
About Jonesboro Family Pet Hospital:
Jonesboro Family Pet Hospital is a small animal clinic that provides a range of services, including general wellness, urgent care, surgery, dentistry, day care, cremation services, and more! Our clients are dedicated to their pets, providing a diverse and varied case load, and our support staff is skilled and friendly. The JFPH team is committed to client education and ensuring our clients understand the “why” behind procedures. Our hospital is AAHA-accredited, utilizes Fear Free techniques, and is well-equipped with digital radiology, laser therapy, ultrasound, and more.
If you think you’d make a great addition to our hospital team, APPLY TODAY! We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $13.50 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person