Job Description
South Shreveport Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Our support team are pivotal in delivering exceptional care during surgery, dental procedures, and wellness exams. They are responsible for coordinating and executing precise treatment plans, preparing animals for surgery, assisting in the OR, performing dental procedures, and outpatient care.
In this role, you will maintain detailed surgical records, review and implement treatment plans, and address client questions regarding their pet's care. You will also work closely with your team to manage the veterinarian's orders, ensuring the highest standards of patient care while maintaining an efficient workflow to keep procedures on schedule. This role is ideal for detail-oriented Veterinary Assistants who excel in multi-tasking and want to fully utilize their skillset.
This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday.
Full-time benefits and compensation**:
- Compensation: $15 - $20 per hour, for each hour worked*
- Bonus package: $500 for those with 3+ years of consecutive, current VA experience
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k options
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Uniform allowance
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
- 3+ years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting
- Proficiency in the following skills:
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- Anesthesia monitoring
- Dental prophy and radiographs
- IVC placement
- SQ, IV, IM injection
- Outpatient care
Providing the care our community deserves since 1985: The SSAH team strives to diagnose and treat Shreveport pets with the highest standard of medical and surgical methods. We primarily provide general wellness services, soft tissue surgery, and dentistry, and we are well-equipped with digital radiology, surgical and therapy lasers, Idexx lab equipment, ultrasound capabilities, and more. Our hospital team is comprised of two (soon-to-be three) veterinarians, tenured technicians and assistants, and a talented support staff and boarding team. Most importantly, our team is committed to providing personalized attention and taking a family-focused approach to pet care in order to best support Louisiana pets and their owners.
*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant's education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors. **During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law. WVP 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, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Local area, Monday to Friday,