Veterinary Assistant - Emergency Mid-Shift Job at Metropolitan Veterinary Associates, Norristown, PA

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  • Metropolitan Veterinary Associates
  • Norristown, PA

Job Description

Description

Find out what MVA can do for your career!


Come join a team that cares about your career, happiness, and your future. Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA) is a different kind of hospital in that we have personal and professional rewards you will not find anywhere else.


Our team members make us extraordinary, and they (and YOU , if you join us!) are always top priority. At MVA, you will help to make life better for pets and families at the largest, privately-owned specialty, emergency, and critical care hospital in our region.


Advance your career with top-of-the-line medicine and diagnostics in our state-of-the-art 25,000 square foot hospital that is home to 13 specialty departments.


MVA has excellent employee benefits , just to name a few:

  • Health insurance
  • Generous paid time off
  • Employee recognition program
  • Education assistance
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Team-member-focused training to reach personal and professional goals
  • Team events
  • A great work atmosphere

*(See below for all of the benefits we offer!)*


We are looking to add to our growing hospital and are in search of Veterinary Assistants with approximately a year of experience with dog and cat handling/restraint in a clinical atmosphere to join our Emergency Department.


The mid-shift schedule we are hiring for is: 

  • Thursday–Saturday, 2 PM– 2 AM
  • Sunday-Wednesday, 4 PM - 2 AM

Requirements

  • Experience and comfort with patient (dog and cat) restraint and handling required
  • Basic knowledge of small animal medicine (proper restraint/handling, diagnostics, laboratory testing)
  • Sound knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and disease processes
  • Assist Nurses and Doctors in appointments, procedures and diagnostics
  • Assist with anesthesia, surgery and discharge preparation
  • Communicate with clients, and team members (verbally and written)
  • Patient care responsibilities including laundry, husbandry, walking dogs, cleaning cages
  • Proficient computer skills
  • Perform digital radiographs
  • Stocking of supplies in various locations throughout the hospital
  • Ensure cleanliness and integrity of the hospital
  • Attention to detail, organization and a calm demeanor required
  • Ability to focus, prioritize and multitask in a fast paced, environment
  • Fear Free handling: safe, stress free interactions for team members, clients, and patients

Our top tier benefits include:

  • Mid-shift and weekend schedules eligible for 15% shift differentials
  • Leading industry compensation
  • Education Assistance Program & tuition reimbursement
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance available
  • Flexible hours - encouraging a solid work life balance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid volunteer time off
  • $200 annual scrub/shoe allowance
  • Continuing education paid time off and allowance (for licensed and non-licensed team members)
  • Retirement plan including matching funds
  • Team member recognition, and reward platform through WorkTango
  • Employee discount (20% off services, supplies at cost)
  • Pet bereavement day paid
  • Pet adoption reimbursement
  • Pregnancy related and Parental leaves provided at 100% pay
  • Team members snacks, coffee, fresh fruit provided daily
  • Mentorship with a team dedicated to Education and Development
  • Emotional support and well-being benefits for team members
  • Unlimited growth potential
  • Everyone is on a first name basis in our inclusive, friendly, comfortable work environment
  • A strong focus on team member well being
  • Team member events

Salary: From $17.50 per hour

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work, Sunday, Saturday,

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