Our clients’ want their four-legged friends to receive compassionate, personalized veterinary care, and at Northern Pike Veterinary Hospital, that’s exactly what we provide! We’ve been caring for pets in Monroeville, Plum, Murrysville, North Huntingdon, and surrounding areas since 1993, and our friendly veterinarians are committed to pet wellness through every life stage for them.

The Northern Pike Veterinary Hospital team is looking for a growth-minded Veterinary Assistant to join our team! If you have a passion for helping animals and their owners as well as a superb work ethic and a desire to learn, we'd love to talk with you!

Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians during appointments, surgeries, and other medical procedures
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures, and record vital signs
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples for testing
• Perform dental cleanings and assist with other procedures as needed
• Clean and maintain medical equipment and exam rooms
• Provide exceptional customer service to our clients
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• 1 years of experience as a veterinary assistant or technician
• Desire to learn and grow
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• This position can be highly physical so the ability to lift, stoop, bend and carry up to 50

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person