Seeking an independent and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Why Lake Country Veterinary Care in Marcellus, NY?Have you ever found the perfect practice on paper but felt the culture wasn't a good fit for you? At our facility, we’re focused on making sure our hospital has the right tools to allow our medical staff the ability to provide excellent service and compassionate care while enjoying the quirks of fellow co-workers. We pride ourselves on having established a balance between professionalism and personality.

Our team wants you to know...We are always laughing and finding ways to have fun, even on the most stressful days.

Who are we looking for?Applicants must have a strong work ethic, be capable of communicating effectively, be able to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment, have the ability to work in harmony with a team, possess a well-rounded technical skill set, and have a passion for delivering exceptional care to patients as well as clients. The ideal candidate will have their Veterinary Technician's License but we are open to hiring an Assistant who would like to become a tech! At least one year of Technician or Assistant experience is required.

Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts, no weekends.

Salary: The pay rate for this position is $16-19/hr, depending on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting Veterinarians and Licensed Veterinary Technicians.
• Handling and restraining pets for exams and procedures.
• Assist in the taking of x-rays
• Monitor and collect urine and fecal samples as needed
• Monitor, record, and report physical signs of hospitalized/boarded pets
• Responsible for cleaning/maintenance of hospital.
• Care of hospitalized/boarded pets as needed
• Fecal parasite sample collection and preparation
• Preparation of a prescription drug, other than a controlled substance, for dispensing
• Surgical assistance to a licensed veterinarian

Benefits:We’re dedicated to your well-being and offer a comprehensive package and professional development opportunities to support your work and home life. These include:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits for you and eligible dependents
• Paid time off for full-time employees
• 401(k) plan
• Continuing education allowance for licensed technicians
• Guardian voluntary benefits