Veterinary Assistant (Part-time) - Companion Animal Hospital

PetVet Care Centers' Companion Animal Hospitalis currently seekingPart-time Veterinary Assistantsto join their team! At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people - providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage - for all the moments that matter. Because life is better with pets. We deliver theUltimate Care Experience - every pet, every client, every time.That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve. With more than420 locally led hospitalsand over11,000 team members nationwide , we offer: Local autonomy with national support Career mobility and development opportunities A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes firstYou care for pets. We care for you. Position Overview Join our team as aPart-time Veterinary Assistantwho supports the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service. Companion Animal Hospitalin Groton, Connecticut, is a trusted general practice that combines high-quality medicine with a compassionate, team-oriented culture focused on exceptional patient and client care. Key Responsibilities Provide compassionate care to all patients Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's). Calm and soothe anxious patients Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc. Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs. Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s) Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations Understand and carry out oral and written directions Maintain accurate medical records Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift Promote hospital products and services and support the organization Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT). Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)Qualifications (Required) High school diploma or equivalent May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience Maintains current knowledge in the field of expertise and actively seeks opportunities for continuing education and skill improvement Ability to restrain animals Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion. May involve some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds)Preferred Skills (Nice to Have) Experience in a veterinary environment, successfully performing all of the duties of this positionSchedule We're looking for 1 part-time to do a few afternoons in the week and weekend kennel split shift on Saturdays from 8am-12am & 5pm-6pm and Sundays from 7am-8am & 5pm-6pm. The second part-time would work a few AM shifts and we could split the weekend shift between the two part-time. Once the training schedule is complete, the schedule will be a set schedule. But you will have opportunity to work additional hours to cover shifts.At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to aCulture of Care- for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. Withmore than 420 hospitals across the U.S.and a team of over11,000 dedicated professionals , including1700+ veterinarians , we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive. Our model is built onpartnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy , empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact. You care for pets. We care for you. PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. 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