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Veterinary Assistant Jobs in McDonough, GA at McDonough Animal Hospital
Full Job Description
Company Description
At McDonough Animal Hospital, we are dedicated to the well-being of animals and the community we serve. We pledge to serve our clients and advocate for their beloved pets with compassion and respect, while upholding the highest standards of integrity. Through education and transparent communication, we empower pet owners to make informed decisions about their pets’ health and well-being in an empathetic manner. Together, we strive to create a community where every animal receives the care and compassion they deserve.
Job Description
Veterinary Assistants play a vital role in our hospital, the foundation of which includes a friendly attitude and a self starting mindset. Some of the daily tasks are interacting with clients and their pets, cleaning, running diagnostic equipment, assisting the doctors, record keeping, and putting away inventory. We are looking for a punctual, friendly, compassionate person to help round out our team.
This position will be cross-trained to help reception, and have rotating kennel hours on some weekends – typically every 4-6 weeks.
The schedule for this position is still being crafted, but will equal around 34 hours per week. General start time is 7:45am and end time is 6-630pm. Wednesday nights until 8pm are required.
Qualifications
An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred
Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
Must be able to safely and calmly restrain pets.
Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring.
Attention to detail and problem solving skills
Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skill set.
Additional Information
Pay Range: Starting at $14/hour
We offer:
Comprehensive Benefits for Full Time team (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Holiday Pay
Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full-time employment status vs part-time status.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.
Title: Veterinary Assistant
Company: McDonough Animal Hospital
Location: McDonough, GA
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