What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant, Neurology position at Ethos Veterinary Health?
The teams at Bush Veterinary Neurology Service and Virginia Veterinary Centers are proud to partner and provide care to further support veterinary neurology patients in our pet owner community! We're hiring an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our outstanding Neurology team!
Are you an experienced Veterinary Assistant or LVT student who excels in patient handling, restraint, and communications? Do you enjoy the thrill of Specialty medicine and patient care? Do you want an opportunity to hone your specialty skills? Are you looking for a leadership path with development and training opportunities to support your career growth? If you answered yes to these questions, then we may be a great fit for us at VVC/ BVNS Short Pump!
About you:
- You love to learn and want to master neurological anatomy and functions.
- Your patient restraint skills are top notch, and you want to learn how and why neurologic patients require specific restraint/ patient skills.
- You're keen attention to details helps you recognize changes in patient attitude, abnormal behavior, and changes in condition.
- You work well independently and as a part of a close- knit team.
- You pride yourself on your written and verbal communication skills.
- You enjoy client education including intake and discharge instructions.
- You adapt to the individual needs of each patient and are not afraid to ask questions.
- You maintain your calm in stressful situations and maintain a positive attitude.
- EzyVet and SmartFlow experience is a plus!
Compensation & Benefits (full- time employees):
- Commensurate with relevant experience. $20- 24/hr.
- Extensive Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Benefits
- Annual allowance for scrubs and other hospital apparel
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Other voluntary benefit plans are available including Life, STD, LTD, Aflac, Pet Insurance, Legal, etc.
- PTO
- 401(k) with matching
Schedule:
- 4/10 hour shifts per week
- Monday - Friday
- 8am - 6pm
- At least two years of veterinary experience as a VA.
- Practiced in the skill of advanced patient handling and restraint.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Unparalleled patient care and customer service.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Work well as part of a team.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States and have original, unexpired documents to verify eligibility.
- Must be able to pass a 7-year background check and drug test (complying with local, state and Federal guidelines).
- Have a valid high school diploma or GED
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.comEthos 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 Veterinary Health 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.
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