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VCA Midwest Veterinary Referral & Emergency Center is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our Emergency and Critical Care Service!
Who We Are:
Our Emergency and Critical Care team thrives in a fast-paced service, handle critical case, and enjoy the stimulating caseload. This is a great opportunity to expand your knowledge, and work with a dynamic team of Specialists, ER doctors, Licensed Technicians, and support staff.
Schedule: Full-time opportunities, 3 x 12 hour shifts are available. Day/1st shift and Swing/2nd shift currently available.
Shift Differential: We offer a shift differential to all hourly associates who work within a specific timeframe:
Why We Want You:
As a member of our team, you will help create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
Whether you are a seasoned Veterinary Assistant or a Technician in training, we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in. The skills that will be utilized include, but are not limited to:
Restraining and assisting in patient exams and routine procedures
Taking detailed medical histories and patient vitals
Filling prescriptions (as allowed by law)
Performing laboratory work and assisting with diagnostic imaging
Providing compassionate care for our hospitalized animals
Assisting our Doctor and Technician staff as needed
Manage client invoices (PVL) and charge for emergency services appropriately
Maintain accurate and complete medical records
Maintain a clean work environment to maintain any infectious disease protocols, handle medical/biomedical and infectious waste appropriately
Maintain inventory and supplies for procedures and patient husbandry
Requirements:
Minimum 1 year experience working in a veterinary hospital
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
Excellent communication skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, referring veterinarians, clients, and patients; ability to readily learn new procedures, must be adaptable
Ability to work independently while supporting a busy, high-producing department
Compassion for pets and people, understanding and respect for others’ choices.
Willingness to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
The ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and be exposed to hazards associated with allergens, contagious diseases, noises, odors, bites, scratches, and animal waste.
Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA Team!
Growth & leadership opportunities
Career development programs
Veterinary Technology degree tuition support and scholarships
Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
Medical, dental & vision insurance
Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid parental leave
401(k)
Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
Referral bonuses
Competitive wage
Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
Website: https://vcahospitals.com/midwest/departments/emergency-care
Location: 9706 Mockingbird Drive, Omaha, NE, 68127
Apply today!
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com