Veterinary Assistant

Posted 9 days ago

veterinary eye center of massachusettsWest Newton (MA)

Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Veterinary Services

SENIORITY

Mid

SALARY

$21.00 - $25.00 per hour

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About the role

Veterinary Assistant Newton, MA

About The Role: The Veterinary Eye Center of Massachusetts is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Newton. The practice is the first standalone referral ophthalmology practice of its kind in the area. We are a state-of-the-art, specialty practice with a dynamic and rewarding culture and a focus on employee wellness. The Veterinary Assistant is vital in all aspects of our work from client communication to patient care. You will work closely with our dedicated staff to provide best in class medical care to our patients. We are passionate about animals, their welfare, and about people and their welfare. Our culture is focused on kindness, respect and a healthy work/life balance to maximize your potential and professional growth. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow and refine your skill sets and bodies of knowledge in a unique, specialty environment. Please read on for what we are looking for, as this is not an unlicensed Tech role.

What We Offer:

$21 - $25/hr.
Four-day workweek, 7:30am to 5:30pm (Tuesday - Friday)
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous paid time off
Paid Parental Leave 401(k) with a company match
Wellness and mental health support
Voluntary benefits through MetLifeEmployee pet discounts
Scrub allowance
No weekend shifts, no on-call shifts
An organization that supports you and nurtures your talents and strengths

What You'll Do:

Assist Doctors and Technicians in providing a seamless client and patient appointment experience
Handling and restraint of patients for consultation exams and patient sample collection
Handling and submission of patient samples to in-house and external laboratory
Thorough cleaning, organization, and stocking of appointment exam rooms and appointment treatment area
What We Require:
At least 1 year of hands-on experience as a veterinary assistant or professional experience in an animal handling environment such as groomers; day cares; etc
Confidence in Fear Free handling and restraint techniques with dogs and cats
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and an ability to clearly communicate with clients as well as colleagues
The ability to adapt while maintaining a positive attitude
Highly evolved organizational skills with an acute attention to detail
The ability to work independently, responsibly, and ethically
A resourceful nature and creative problem-solving skills
An openness to feedback, coaching, and continuous learning
A commitment to the welfare of animals

We provide equal opportunities for everyone who applies to and works for VEC, regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or parental status, marital status, genetic information, religion, political affiliation, or any other law-protected consideration that makes you, You. Please feel free to note your preferred pronouns in your application.

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