Veterinary Assistant - third shift
Care Center
Part-time
On-site
Dayton, Ohio, United States
$18 - $24 USD hourly
Do you love the thrill of Emergency, never knowing exactly what is going to walk through the front door and the diversity of every single case? Care Center located in Dayton, OH is searching for a veterinary assistant to join our emergency team.
Why should you choose Care Center?
- Work alongside tenured coworkers who are dedicated to growing their knowledge/experience, creating an environment that allows you to learn, grow and continue to develop your own knowledge/skillset.
- Career pathing with ability to grow into team lead, managerial position, or branch out to specialty.
- Quality Medicine. Our team of Doctors, Technicians and Assistants utilize state of the art equipment to perform advanced techniques providing excellent care and treatment services.
- Supportive environment that will encourage you to be the best assistant you can be. We place a high value on continuing education and on-going training. Be ready for opportunities to learn & grow!
- Collaboration & Appreciation: We value the diverse experiences and skills that each team member has to offer. We work as a team, help each other out, and encourage you to speak up with your thoughts through our Employee Recognition Committee.
Benefits:
- Shift Differential for nights and weekends
- CE Allowance Available
- Uniform Allowance
- Employee Pet Discount
- Tuition Assistance Available
- Generous PTO, Medical/Dental/Vision, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, HSA, FSA, 401k
Position Overview:
As a Veterinary Assistant, you will support doctors and technicians in delivering outstanding patient care. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-energy environment, enjoys working closely with animals and people, and is eager to grow their skills in veterinary medicine.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with veterinarians and other teammates to ensure excellent patient outcomes
- Provide hands-on patient care in ER and ICU settings
- Restrain and handle patients safely and compassionately
- Maintain clean and organized treatment and hospital areas
- Monitor patients and report changes in conditions to the medical team
- Assist with diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, and emergency procedures
- Participate in maintaining hospital cleanliness and infection control standards
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1 year of clinical experience required (preference for ER or specialty experience)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to multitask while staying detail oriented in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to lift 40 (forty) pounds unassisted
- Availability to work overnight, weekends, and holidays
Anticipated Schedule:
- Overnight shift - exact schedule to be discussed during interview process
- Every other weekend required
Compensation:
- Competitive Compensation - $18-24/hour (commensurate with experience)
For more information about our hospital, please visit carecentervets.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health 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, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.