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VCA Hillsboro Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced full time Veterinary Technician to join the team at our AAHA-accredited 4-doctor practice in Coconut Creek. Credentialed Veterinary Technicians, and experienced Veterinary Assistants welcome to apply. About Us At VCA Hillsboro, we are very team oriented. We truly enjoy and encourage each other's growth and success, and we place a strong emphasis on learning and development. We are very passionate about providing the best care possible for each pet and exceeding expectations with the client experience. Our team is like family and we treat our patients like family as well. Clients love the enthusiasm and personal attention they receive. We provide Primary Care, Surgery, Dentistry, and more, open Monday 7:30am - 8pm, Tuesday through Thursday 7:30am - 7pm, Friday 7:30am - 6pm, Saturday 8am - 4pm, closed Sunday. Check out our website here: ********************************** Compensation: $19 - $24 / hr for a CVT, based on skill set, experience, and licensure status. $15 - $18+ for a VA About the Role As Veterinary Technician, you will help create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our patients and clients. Duties will include: Compassionate patient care Client education and care Venipuncture and catheter placement Radiology and diagnostics Lab sample collection and processing Surgical preparation and assisting Anesthesia monitoring Dentistry Medication preparation and administration Safe and effective patient handling and restraint Medical recordkeeping Why VCA VCA Animal Hospitals is a community of over 800 hospitals across the US, including primary care, emergency, and specialty medicine. We offer world class medicine with hometown care. Together we are taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are passionate about supporting our technicians and assistants and are committed to your personal career development. At VCA, you will enjoy an inclusive work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Some of the many benefits we offer: Access to the people and resources of a large veterinary community Advancement and leadership opportunities Medical, dental & vision insurance, a variety of additional coverage options Access to free mental health care (up to 12 sessions a year), life assistance program, resources like Headspace, etc. Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay Paid parental leave Continuing Education allowance for full time credentialed veterinary technicians CE and learning opportunities for all associates Tuition support and sponsorships including Veterinary Technology AAS, BAS completion and more Veterinary Technician license reimbursement Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts 401(k) retirement plan Referral bonus opportunities Opportunities to give back through VCA Charities and community partnerships Interested in this opportunity? Apply! We look forward to hearing from you. The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs. Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

Working Title: OPS VET ASSISTANT - 41509013 1 Pay Plan: Temp 41509013 Salary: $19.50/Hourly Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA GAMING CONTROL COMMISSION Division of Pari-Mutuel Wagering OPS VET ASSISTANT Position Number: 41509013 Hiring Rate: $19.50 Hourly * Open Competitive* Overview: The Florida Gaming Control Commission is responsible for exercising all regulatory and executive powers of the state with respect to legal gaming, including pari-mutuel wagering, cardrooms, slot machine facilities, oversight of gaming compacts, and other forms of gambling authorized by state law, excluding the Lottery, as well as directly enforcing Florida's gaming laws and combatting illegal gambling activities. The agency is overseen by five Commissioners who are appointed by the Governor, with Commissioners appointing an Executive Director who leads a team of nearly 200 staff members. The mission of the Florida Gaming Control Commission is to preserve and protect the integrity of gaming activities through fair regulation, licensing, effective criminal investigation, and enforcement. The Commission offers a supportive work environment that fosters growth and collaboration. Position Duties and Responsibilities: Under supervision, the vet assistant carries out essential routine and non-routine tasks within work parameters assisting veterinary and administrative staff in enforcing both the Division of Pari-Mutuel Wagering and Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) regulations, standards, procedures, and chain-of-custody protocols at licensed and regulated pari-mutuel facilities within the State of Florida. The duties are as follows: * Ensuring a safe, secure, and healthy detention barn work environment by following chain-of-custody protocols and monitoring and enforcing detention barn area security, sanitations, and safety regulations; maintaining detention barn stalls and barn area to ensure they are always clean and free of safety hazards. * Monitoring and enforcing compliance with applicable Florida rules relating to the detention and handling of horses at licensed racetrack facilities. * Verifying document identification of horses designated for specimen collection. * Escorting designated horses from the finish line to the detention barn for the purpose of facilitating specimen collection. * Ensuring compliance with biological specimen collection, documentation, storage, shipping, and chain-of-custody procedures for specimens that must be subsequently shipped offsite for comprehensive testing. * Ensuring racehorses are treated properly and humanely by observing the behavior of animals, trainers, and other personnel within the detention barn area and reporting recognized anomalies to supervisor. * Assisting the designated security attendant in maintaining the detention barn area security. * May be required to participate in hearings or depositions, as to the nature of specific biological specimen collection efforts, and associated documentation related to a specific racehorse or horses. * Completes other related assignments and responsibilities as reasonably assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Knowledge of and ability to understand and consistently apply all related Florida Statutes, and FGCC, HISA and HIWU policies, procedures, and operating protocols, as applicable; * Ability to work efficiently and effectively under stressful conditions; learn new skills, multitask, prioritize, and manage time proficiently; * Ability to recognize important characteristics of animal behavior (e.g., able to identify aggressive or fearful behavior); * Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos, as well as draft simple correspondence, if necessary; * Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and industry participants, as may be appropriate; * Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, work well under pressure, and deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events; consistently comply with all employer safety, security and chain-of-custody protocols; and * Ability to work flexible schedules as needed; irregular shifts; occasional evenings and/or nights; and overtime on short notice as needed. Minimum Qualifications: * High School Diploma or its equivalent. Preferred Qualifications, not required: * Experience with thoroughbred racehorses, other breeds of horses, or other large animals; and * Experience and/or training; or a combination of extensive education and experience in the Florida regulated thoroughbred industry or a similar jurisdiction. Where you will work: This position is located in Hallandale Beach, Florida at the State Detention Barn at Gulfstream Park Racetrack and Casino. Important Notices: * This is an Other Personal Services (OPS) position. This position does not accrue leave or paid holidays. OPS employees are required to participate in the Florida FICA Alternative Plan and are automatically enrolled. The Florida FICA Alternative Plan affords OPS employees an excellent opportunity to help accumulate money for a secure retirement. * The Florida Gaming Control Commission has employment restrictions for all commission employees referenced in sections 16.713 and 16.715, Florida Statutes. * This position requires a Level 2 background screening as a condition of employment. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) and/or State-Issued Photo Identification to conduct this background screening. Applicants are required to apply through the People First system by the closing date, by applying online. All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the advertisement. Applicants must complete all fields in the Candidate Profile. Work history with month and year, hours worked, and education is required to qualify for this position. Responses to Qualifying questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile. Resumes and other documentation can be attached to provide additional information. If you have any questions regarding your application, you may call **************. Special Reminders: Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: ******************* If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. We hire only U. S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Our agency participates in the E-Verify System which is a federal government electronic database available for employers to use to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The Florida Gaming Control Commission is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. Location:

Job DescriptionDescription: Faculty members are responsible for the delivery of quality education services. This entails engaging students, fostering learning, role modeling professionalism, and ultimately producing competently trained students prepared for professional careers. The Veterinary Assisting Instructor will provide up to date and fully prepared instruction to veterinary assisting students in an energetically and motivating instructional manner along with engaging in activities in student retention and manages the classroom/lab activities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare course plans and materials: Delivering course lectures. Facilitating student engagement. Working one-on-one with students. Assessing students and providing developmental feedback. Deliver courses: Deliver lectures/facilitate labs via on ground or online. Grade projects and exams. Provide progress reports/mid-term feedback. Maintain grade book. Enforce HCI policies (attendance, dress code, etc.). Monitor progress and attendance: Direct and assess student progress in achieving theory (content: cognitive) and performance (competencies: psychomotor and affective) requirement of the program. Monitor student progress and follow-up as needed. Take and report daily attendance and enforce tardy and absence policies. Report attendance issues to the Program Director. Advise students: Answer student questions. Be available for one-on-one assistance/tutoring. Identify at-risk students in a timely fashion: Implement an action plan for success. Provide weekly assessments, follow up, and evaluation of the plan. Provide Weekly Feedback Report. Record grades and submit reports: Maintain grade books. Adhere to departmental grading policies. Submit final grades. Monitor equipment and supply needs. Maintain classroom. Seek out an approved substitute in case of faculty member's need for absence. Participate in orientation as needed. Attend graduation ceremonies (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). Work on retention plans and program development. Attend staff and faculty meetings (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). Participate in committees and knowledge sharing forums (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). Ensure the proper use of software: Course Key for attendance records. Campus Nexus for communication and contact attempts with students. Moodle for gradebook purposes. Maintain any relevant licensures, certifications, and other required maintenance of paperwork for personnel file. Maintain a minimum of eight (8) hours of Continuing Education Units (CEU's) annually by participating in professional development and in-services (i.e., continuing education, professional activities, conference presentations, scholarly publications, etc.). Encourage students to submit course evaluations, review course evaluations when available, and use feedback to improve course delivery. Regular and reliable attendance. Comply with all governmental regulations and standards of accreditation. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Requirements: Skills and Qualifications: All faculty should, at a minimum, have the degree required for the specific discipline and have experience and appropriate credentials in their relevant area of academia according to CIE, ACCSC, and other governing bodies. Knowledgeable in the course content. Effective in directing and evaluating student learning and lab performance. Prepared in Educational Theory and Techniques. Computer literacy skills including functional knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.). A willingness to follow high ethical standards. Education/Experience: Minimum of an earned Associate's degree with a major in any area of health sciences from an accredited college or university or equivalent (Required). Minimum of four (4) years of related practical work experience in the subject area(s) taught (per ACCSC) (Required) Current and active Veterinary Technician certification (Required) Physical Demands: The physical demands are those required in a professional office setting and higher education teaching environment, along with activities of a veterinary professional: communicating with coworkers, presenting to a classroom of students (virtual classrooms for on-line), demonstrating procedures and techniques, and getting to and from appropriate classes and offices. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Working Environment: Professional office setting: moderate noise levels; controlled indoor climate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Location: This position is an onsite position. This position will be based out of: ? West Palm Beach (Main Campus) ? Fort Lauderdale (A Branch of West Palm Beach) Any changes must be reviewed by the Vice President of Academic Affairs and President/Chief Executive Officer (CEO). All final approvals must come from the President/CEO.

Job DescriptionBenefits: Employee discounts Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Our Facility: We have a brand-new Hospital with state-of-the-art technology. We are in Hallandale off I-95. Our facility has digital radiograph, and in-house laboratory equipment for comprehensive blood screening including urine and Laser therapy. Our Dental and surgical spacious suits have brand new anesthesia monitoring equipment. Benefits/Perks: Career Advancement Opportunities Competitive Compensation Fun Working Environment Interact with Pets Job Summary: We are seeking a compassionate, well-spoken Veterinarian Assistant to join our team. Veterinary Assistant responsibilities include assisting the Veterinarian with appointments, laboratory sample handling, Holding for Veterinary technician and communicating with clients about treatment plans. You will work closely with the entire clinic staff to ensure the health and well-being of all of our pet patients. If you are passionate about providing exceptional animal care, wed like to meet you. Responsibilities: Interview pet owners to obtain a patient history Taking vital signs for example Temperature's, Pulse, Respiration Go over medications and provide at-home instructions for clients from the doctor orders. Keep accurate patient records Animal handling and restraint for example hold for blood samples and IV catheters Qualifications Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant Knowledge of animal care vaccines, medicine, and handling Overall Excellent communication skills Ability to multi-task and remain organized in a busy environment Patience and a love for animals Salary ranges from $17.00-$25.00 based on experience. Shift and schedule Full-time working weekends (40 Hours)

Faculty members are responsible for the delivery of quality education services. This entails engaging students, fostering learning, role modeling professionalism, and ultimately producing competently trained students prepared for professional careers. The Veterinary Assisting Instructor will provide up to date and fully prepared instruction to veterinary assisting students in an energetically and motivating instructional manner along with engaging in activities in student retention and manages the classroom/lab activities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Prepare course plans and materials: * Delivering course lectures. * Facilitating student engagement. * Working one-on-one with students. * Assessing students and providing developmental feedback. * Deliver courses: * Deliver lectures/facilitate labs via on ground or online. * Grade projects and exams. * Provide progress reports/mid-term feedback. * Maintain grade book. * Enforce HCI policies (attendance, dress code, etc.). * Monitor progress and attendance: * Direct and assess student progress in achieving theory (content: cognitive) and performance (competencies: psychomotor and affective) requirement of the program. * Monitor student progress and follow-up as needed. * Take and report daily attendance and enforce tardy and absence policies. * Report attendance issues to the Program Director. * Advise students: * Answer student questions. * Be available for one-on-one assistance/tutoring. * Identify at-risk students in a timely fashion: * Implement an action plan for success. * Provide weekly assessments, follow up, and evaluation of the plan. * Provide Weekly Feedback Report. * Record grades and submit reports: * Maintain grade books. * Adhere to departmental grading policies. * Submit final grades. * Monitor equipment and supply needs. * Maintain classroom. * Seek out an approved substitute in case of faculty member's need for absence. * Participate in orientation as needed. * Attend graduation ceremonies (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). * Work on retention plans and program development. * Attend staff and faculty meetings (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). * Participate in committees and knowledge sharing forums (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). * Ensure the proper use of software: * Course Key for attendance records. * Campus Nexus for communication and contact attempts with students. * Moodle for gradebook purposes. * Maintain any relevant licensures, certifications, and other required maintenance of paperwork for personnel file. * Maintain a minimum of eight (8) hours of Continuing Education Units (CEU's) annually by participating in professional development and in-services (i.e., continuing education, professional activities, conference presentations, scholarly publications, etc.). * Encourage students to submit course evaluations, review course evaluations when available, and use feedback to improve course delivery. * Regular and reliable attendance. * Comply with all governmental regulations and standards of accreditation. * Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Requirements Skills and Qualifications: * All faculty should, at a minimum, have the degree required for the specific discipline and have experience and appropriate credentials in their relevant area of academia according to CIE, ACCSC, and other governing bodies. * Knowledgeable in the course content. * Effective in directing and evaluating student learning and lab performance. * Prepared in Educational Theory and Techniques. * Computer literacy skills including functional knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.). * A willingness to follow high ethical standards. Education/Experience: * Minimum of an earned Associate's degree with a major in any area of health sciences from an accredited college or university or equivalent (Required). * Minimum of four (4) years of related practical work experience in the subject area(s) taught (per ACCSC) (Required) * Current and active Veterinary Technician certification (Required) Physical Demands: The physical demands are those required in a professional office setting and higher education teaching environment, along with activities of a veterinary professional: communicating with coworkers, presenting to a classroom of students (virtual classrooms for on-line), demonstrating procedures and techniques, and getting to and from appropriate classes and offices. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Working Environment: Professional office setting: moderate noise levels; controlled indoor climate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Location: * This position is an onsite position. * This position will be based out of: * ? West Palm Beach (Main Campus) * ? Fort Lauderdale (A Branch of West Palm Beach) * Any changes must be reviewed by the Vice President of Academic Affairs and President/Chief Executive Officer (CEO). All final approvals must come from the President/CEO.

Requirements Skills and Qualifications: All faculty should, at a minimum, have the degree required for the specific discipline and have experience and appropriate credentials in their relevant area of academia according to CIE, ACCSC, and other governing bodies. Knowledgeable in the course content. Effective in directing and evaluating student learning and lab performance. Prepared in Educational Theory and Techniques. Computer literacy skills including functional knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.). A willingness to follow high ethical standards. Education/Experience: Minimum of an earned Associate's degree with a major in any area of health sciences from an accredited college or university or equivalent (Required). Minimum of four (4) years of related practical work experience in the subject area(s) taught (per ACCSC) (Required) Current and active Veterinary Technician certification (Required) Physical Demands: The physical demands are those required in a professional office setting and higher education teaching environment, along with activities of a veterinary professional: communicating with coworkers, presenting to a classroom of students (virtual classrooms for on-line), demonstrating procedures and techniques, and getting to and from appropriate classes and offices. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Working Environment: Professional office setting: moderate noise levels; controlled indoor climate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Location: This position is an onsite position. This position will be based out of: ? West Palm Beach (Main Campus) ? Fort Lauderdale (A Branch of West Palm Beach) Any changes must be reviewed by the Vice President of Academic Affairs and President/Chief Executive Officer (CEO). All final approvals must come from the President/CEO.

Department General Practice Hospitals Employment Type Full Time Location Riverside Animal Hospital Address 8008 Wiles Rd, Coral Springs, Florida, 33067 Open in Google Maps Workplace type Onsite Reporting To Practice Manager Ideal Candidate Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise Benefits About Riverside Animal Hospital Riverside Animal Hospital has proudly served the Coral Springs, Florida area for many years. We are a multi-doctor progressive practice offering a range of services, including surgery, dentistry, digital x-ray, and more! Our friendly and knowledgeable staff collaborates to provide exceptional care and an outstanding client experience.

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you. Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets, people and our planet. * We love all pets like our own * We're the future of the pet industry * We're here to improve lives * We drive outstanding results together * We're welcome as we are Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong and operate 1,500+ pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. Position Purpose: The purpose of this position inherently involves providing excellent medical care to our Vetco Total Care full-service hospital patients and phenomenal customer care to their owners. The Veterinary Assistant represents the mission and values to all clients. Our Veterinary Assistants set the tone for the technical and customer support in the hospital, and are responsible, like all team members, for fostering cohesion and motivation within the practice. All hospital staff are responsible for performing their duties in a way that creates an environment in which: * The patient's needs always come first. * Every team member understands that they have the power to do what it takes to create an exceptional customer experience. * contentious issues are dealt with and resolved as they occur when possible, or as soon as is possible. * exceptional teamwork and commitment to shared goals benefits the entire organization. Essential Job Functions The incumbent must be able to perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation: * Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments and escort them into an exam room, obtain weight and vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations) and record the electronic medical record. Veterinary Assistants will collect thorough patient histories and document the patient visit in the EMRs. * Assist doctors with appointments (routine and emergency), surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia, under supervision from the veterinarian credentialed veterinary technician, , HOM and HLOD. * Perform patient restraint, obtain and process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications at the direction of the veterinarian and help maintain the electronic medical record. * Schedule appointments, provide client education, relay test results to doctor and clients, and maintain and update client/patient records. * Help prepare patients for surgical and dental procedures and assist doctor and/or veterinary technician in anesthetizing patients. Under supervision of the veterinarian and/or veterinary technician, assistants will maintain patients safely under anesthesia while monitoring vital parameters, help monitor patients during recovery and prepare them for hospital discharge or transfer to an overnight care facility. * Under supervision of the veterinarian and/or veterinary technician, perform in-hospital treatments for sick patients including giving injectable and oral medications as well as intravenous fluid therapy; keep patients clean, watered, and fed (when indicated and directed by doctor), safely walk canine patients when necessary for elimination. * Under direction of the HOM/HLOD, assist in the training of new staff members and general dissemination of knowledge as required. * Keep hospital environment neat and clean; perform regular cleaning of environment based on necessity as well as based on a pre-determined maintenance schedule. Other Duties and Responsibilities * Perform additional duties as assigned * Provide backup phone and front desk support as needed Nature of Supervision In all activities related to the care of individual patients, the incumbent will take direct supervision from the veterinarians as well as the Veterinary Technician. For purposes of overall supervision, the incumbent takes direction from the HOM/HLOD or from the supervising technician for the shift. Planning and Problem Solving Like all team members, the Veterinary Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring that day-to-day operation of the hospital is efficient and provides an optimal experience for our patients and clients. Impact This position will impact the organization by contributing to the growth of productive practice while focusing on a high-quality standard of care. From an overall hospital organizational standpoint, this position in critical to ensuring that we have a cohesive, well-trained, and motivated technical team. The desired end-result is the creation of an optimal environment that ensures employee retention, patient well-being, and customer satisfaction. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no immediate supervisory duties. Education/Experience * Preferred to have at least 1-year previous experience working in veterinary practice or sufficient relatable animal care experience to ensure excellent performance at the above-listed skills * Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills * Must be compassionate and sympathetic, and be able to maintain a professional attitude and demeanor during emotional and stressful situations * Must have telephone and computer skills * Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments, offer creative ideas, and accept change Work Environment: The majority of job duties are conducted in the Veterinary Hospital. Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time. A large amount of this partner's time will be spent in direct contact with clients and their pets. Contacts This position will regularly communicate with clients, veterinary specialists, and companies that provide products and/or services that the practice utilizes. Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. 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, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. To translate this webpage to Spanish or other languages on your internet browser click the translate button to the right of your browser address bar. 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Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Assistance Were seeking a Residency Trained Veterinarian to join our growing team in Doral, FL! This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise will truly make an impact. What We Offer: Competitive salary + sign-on bonus Relocation assistance available Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Generous PTO & holidays CE allowance About You: DVM/VMD with completed residency Licensed (or eligible) in Florida Strong clinical, surgical, and communication skills Dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care Apply today to join a supportive veterinary team in sunny Doral, FL and take advantage of our sign-on bonus and relocation support! Please reach out to *********************

Job DescriptionDescriptionOur hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files. Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. Our next team member will be an energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills. Must be willing to work flexible hours and some weekends. Ideal Candidate Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude Be compassionate/caring Can work individually, as well as on a team Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with team mates is required Prior experience preferred This position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws. Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise Prior Customer Service Experience Must be able to lift 40 lbs. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options) 401k Match Generous paid time off (PTO) Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave One (1) Work/Life Balance day off Short-term and long-term disability options Supplemental insurance options Discounted Veterinary Care Scrub allowance Hands-on and E-training Professional growth opportunities Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students

At Petfolk, we're reimagining veterinary care by blending high-quality medicine with a welcoming, connected experience for pets, their families, and the professionals who care for them. Our Wellington Petcare Center is Hiring Help Us Redefine the Future of Pet Care At Petfolk, we're on a mission to transform pet care by building a compassionate, innovative team right here in Wellington. We improve the health and happiness of pets, pet parents, and veterinary professionals by reimagining the entire care experience with smart technology, thoughtful design, and a deep commitment to empathy. If you're confident, friendly, and passionate about making a difference in animals' lives, we want to meet you. Why Petfolk? We combine beautifully designed physical and digital spaces with a collaborative care model that empowers our team and strengthens the human-animal bond. Using advanced technology and Fear Free practices, we create a low-stress, caring environment for pets and the people who love them. What You'll Do as a Veterinary Assistant * Support the care team in well and sick patient care * Assist with venipuncture, surgical and dental procedures, and exams * Partner closely with pet parents to ensure exceptional experiences * Use your full skill set, while growing professionally, in a tech-enabled environment * Work collaboratively in a team-first staffing approach tailored to your strengths What We're Looking For * 3+ years hands-on experience in veterinary clinical care * Saturday and Sunday availability, this is a weekend only role * Comfortable with venipuncture, surgical/dental assistance, and exams * Advocate for Fear-Free, force-free, low-stress handling techniques * Tech-savvy, adaptable, and thrives in a fast paced environment * Excellent communication skills and strong team player * Passionate about continual learning and professional growth * Loves working with both pets and people Our Benefits * Fear-Free certification for all team members * Branded Figs scrubs to look and feel your best * Exclusive employee discounts on pet care services, food, and medication * Fun swag for you and your pet to show your Petfolk pride Ready to Join the Revolution in Pet Care? Apply today to become part of our growing, passionate team at our Wellington Pet Care Center and help us create extraordinary experiences for pets and their families.

Veterinary Assistant (Part-Time) Thrive Pet Healthcare - Coral Springs Schedule: Mondays & Saturdays (8:00 AM-6:00 PM); additional shifts may vary Who we are More than a word, care is present in everything we do. At Thrive Pet Healthcare Coral Springs, we empower our teams to deliver exceptional care for pets and their families while supporting personal and professional growth. As part of a nationwide network of over 400 clinics, we offer outstanding learning opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive culture where team members are valued, encouraged, and uplifted. You'll experience the warmth of a close-knit clinic while having access to the resources and opportunities of a larger organization. Our experienced team provides compassionate, high-quality veterinary care for dogs and cats in Coral Springs and surrounding communities, delivering personalized, patient-centered services across preventive, medical, urgent care, and surgical care in a welcoming environment. Hours: Monday-Saturday, 8:00 AM-6:00 PM The Role We are seeking a Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant to support our medical and client service teams. This role is ideal for credentialed technicians, non-credentialed technicians, or veterinary assistants looking to make a meaningful impact in a team-focused practice. Responsibilities and scope will align with experience, training, and state regulations. Role Responsibilities: ● Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients. ● With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow. ● Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and supplies. ● Perform basic laboratory tasks and assist with outpatient procedures. ● Help admit and discharge patients. ● Use safe restraining techniques using Fear Free techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs. ● Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts. ● Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems ● Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments. ● Assist CSRs with answering phones and scheduling appointments as needed. ● Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary workspaces. ● Be a positive, collaborative team member willing to learn and grow. Experience & Skills Requirements: ● Credentialed Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant. ● Veterinary experience preferred but not required for assistant-level candidates ● Strong communication and teamwork skills ● Compassion for pets and people ● Willingness to learn, grow, and support a collaborative culture You'll Grow With Us Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through: ● Thrive U: a free, extensive continuing education library ● Live virtual workshops focused on leadership and skill development ● Training programs covering the fundamentals of hospital operations ● A fully accredited distance learning program to become a credentialed Veterinary Technician ● With locations nationwide, Thrive provides opportunities to explore specialties, hospital types, and career growth across our network. Benefits - our care in action We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include: ● Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations ● Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses. Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with a hourly pay rate starting at $18 - $22/hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.

Faculty members are responsible for the delivery of quality education services. This entails engaging students, fostering learning, role modeling professionalism, and ultimately producing competently trained students prepared for professional careers. The Veterinary Assisting Instructor will provide up to date and fully prepared instruction to veterinary assisting students in an energetically and motivating instructional manner along with engaging in activities in student retention and manages the classroom/lab activities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare course plans and materials: Delivering course lectures. Facilitating student engagement. Working one-on-one with students. Assessing students and providing developmental feedback. Deliver courses: Deliver lectures/facilitate labs via on ground or online. Grade projects and exams. Provide progress reports/mid-term feedback. Maintain grade book. Enforce HCI policies (attendance, dress code, etc.). Monitor progress and attendance: Direct and assess student progress in achieving theory (content: cognitive) and performance (competencies: psychomotor and affective) requirement of the program. Monitor student progress and follow-up as needed. Take and report daily attendance and enforce tardy and absence policies. Report attendance issues to the Program Director. Advise students: Answer student questions. Be available for one-on-one assistance/tutoring. Identify at-risk students in a timely fashion: Implement an action plan for success. Provide weekly assessments, follow up, and evaluation of the plan. Provide Weekly Feedback Report. Record grades and submit reports: Maintain grade books. Adhere to departmental grading policies. Submit final grades. Monitor equipment and supply needs. Maintain classroom. Seek out an approved substitute in case of faculty member's need for absence. Participate in orientation as needed. Attend graduation ceremonies (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). Work on retention plans and program development. Attend staff and faculty meetings (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). Participate in committees and knowledge sharing forums (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). Ensure the proper use of software: Course Key for attendance records. Campus Nexus for communication and contact attempts with students. Moodle for gradebook purposes. Maintain any relevant licensures, certifications, and other required maintenance of paperwork for personnel file. Maintain a minimum of eight (8) hours of Continuing Education Units (CEU's) annually by participating in professional development and in-services (i.e., continuing education, professional activities, conference presentations, scholarly publications, etc.). Encourage students to submit course evaluations, review course evaluations when available, and use feedback to improve course delivery. Regular and reliable attendance. Comply with all governmental regulations and standards of accreditation. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Requirements Skills and Qualifications: All faculty should, at a minimum, have the degree required for the specific discipline and have experience and appropriate credentials in their relevant area of academia according to CIE, ACCSC, and other governing bodies. Knowledgeable in the course content. Effective in directing and evaluating student learning and lab performance. Prepared in Educational Theory and Techniques. Computer literacy skills including functional knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.). A willingness to follow high ethical standards. Education/Experience: Minimum of an earned Associate's degree with a major in any area of health sciences from an accredited college or university or equivalent (Required). Minimum of four (4) years of related practical work experience in the subject area(s) taught (per ACCSC) (Required) Current and active Veterinary Technician certification (Required) Physical Demands: The physical demands are those required in a professional office setting and higher education teaching environment, along with activities of a veterinary professional: communicating with coworkers, presenting to a classroom of students (virtual classrooms for on-line), demonstrating procedures and techniques, and getting to and from appropriate classes and offices. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Working Environment: Professional office setting: moderate noise levels; controlled indoor climate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Location: This position is an onsite position. This position will be based out of: ? West Palm Beach (Main Campus) ? Fort Lauderdale (A Branch of West Palm Beach) Any changes must be reviewed by the Vice President of Academic Affairs and President/Chief Executive Officer (CEO). All final approvals must come from the President/CEO.

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you. Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets, people and our planet. * We love all pets like our own * We're the future of the pet industry * We're here to improve lives * We drive outstanding results together * We're welcome as we are Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong and operate 1,500+ pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. As a Vetco Veterinary Assistant, you will meet your veterinary team at our local dispatch office, then travel to your assigned Petco clinic locations for the day. At the clinics, your team of veterinary assistants will greet the pet parents and recommend the veterinary services that will best protect their pets. The Veterinary Assistant will assist the Veterinarian so the services can be administered and thank the pet parent for protecting their pet! Essential Job Functions: The incumbent must be able to perform all of the following duties and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation. * Must love dogs and cats...and people too! * Team player who thrives on supporting the team in every way. * Make educated recommendations to our clients and providing exceptional customer service. * Works hard and has fun doing it! * Eager to learn. * Ability to work in changing environments, traveling throughout our Market. * Responsible and accountable individuals. * A can-do attitude. Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. 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, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. To translate this webpage to Spanish or other languages on your internet browser click the translate button to the right of your browser address bar. Additional instruction can be found here: ************************************************************************************ Para traducir esta página web al español u otros idiomas en su navegador de Internet, haga clic en el botón de traducción a la derecha de la barra de direcciones de su navegador. Puede encontrar instrucciones adicionales aquí: ************************************************************************************

Faculty members are responsible for the delivery of quality education services. This entails engaging students, fostering learning, role modeling professionalism, and ultimately producing competently trained students prepared for professional careers. The Veterinary Assisting Instructor will provide up to date and fully prepared instruction to veterinary assisting students in an energetically and motivating instructional manner along with engaging in activities in student retention and manages the classroom/lab activities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Prepare course plans and materials: * Delivering course lectures. * Facilitating student engagement. * Working one-on-one with students. * Assessing students and providing developmental feedback. * Deliver courses: * Deliver lectures/facilitate labs via on ground or online. * Grade projects and exams. * Provide progress reports/mid-term feedback. * Maintain grade book. * Enforce HCI policies (attendance, dress code, etc.). * Monitor progress and attendance: * Direct and assess student progress in achieving theory (content: cognitive) and performance (competencies: psychomotor and affective) requirement of the program. * Monitor student progress and follow-up as needed. * Take and report daily attendance and enforce tardy and absence policies. * Report attendance issues to the Program Director. * Advise students: * Answer student questions. * Be available for one-on-one assistance/tutoring. * Identify at-risk students in a timely fashion: * Implement an action plan for success. * Provide weekly assessments, follow up, and evaluation of the plan. * Provide Weekly Feedback Report. * Record grades and submit reports: * Maintain grade books. * Adhere to departmental grading policies. * Submit final grades. * Monitor equipment and supply needs. * Maintain classroom. * Seek out an approved substitute in case of faculty member's need for absence. * Participate in orientation as needed. * Attend graduation ceremonies (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). * Work on retention plans and program development. * Attend staff and faculty meetings (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). * Participate in committees and knowledge sharing forums (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). * Ensure the proper use of software: * Course Key for attendance records. * Campus Nexus for communication and contact attempts with students. * Moodle for gradebook purposes. * Maintain any relevant licensures, certifications, and other required maintenance of paperwork for personnel file. * Maintain a minimum of eight (8) hours of Continuing Education Units (CEU's) annually by participating in professional development and in-services (i.e., continuing education, professional activities, conference presentations, scholarly publications, etc.). * Encourage students to submit course evaluations, review course evaluations when available, and use feedback to improve course delivery. * Regular and reliable attendance. * Comply with all governmental regulations and standards of accreditation. * Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Requirements Skills and Qualifications: * All faculty should, at a minimum, have the degree required for the specific discipline and have experience and appropriate credentials in their relevant area of academia according to CIE, ACCSC, and other governing bodies. * Knowledgeable in the course content. * Effective in directing and evaluating student learning and lab performance. * Prepared in Educational Theory and Techniques. * Computer literacy skills including functional knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.). * A willingness to follow high ethical standards. Education/Experience: * Minimum of an earned Associate's degree with a major in any area of health sciences from an accredited college or university or equivalent (Required). * Minimum of four (4) years of related practical work experience in the subject area(s) taught (per ACCSC) (Required) * Current and active Veterinary Technician certification (Required) Physical Demands: The physical demands are those required in a professional office setting and higher education teaching environment, along with activities of a veterinary professional: communicating with coworkers, presenting to a classroom of students (virtual classrooms for on-line), demonstrating procedures and techniques, and getting to and from appropriate classes and offices. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Working Environment: Professional office setting: moderate noise levels; controlled indoor climate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Location: * This position is an onsite position. * This position will be based out of: * ? West Palm Beach (Main Campus) * ? Fort Lauderdale (A Branch of West Palm Beach) * Any changes must be reviewed by the Vice President of Academic Affairs and President/Chief Executive Officer (CEO). All final approvals must come from the President/CEO.

Department General Practice Hospitals Employment Type Full Time Location Dadeland Animal Hospital Address 9495 Old Dixie Hwy, Miami, Florida, 33156 Open in Google Maps Workplace type Onsite Ideal Candidate Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise Benefits About Dadeland Animal Hospital Dadeland Animal Hospital has proudly served the vibrant city of Miami for many years! As a small animal, multi-doctor practice, we offer a comprehensive range of veterinary services, including preventative care, advanced surgical procedures, general dentistry, and more. Our dedicated team prioritizes providing excellent medical care and experience. We love to support the local community through partnerships with our local non-profits and surgery support for spays and neuters.

At Petfolk, we're reimagining veterinary care by blending high-quality medicine with a welcoming, connected experience for pets, their families, and the professionals who care for them. Veterinary Assistant - Future Opportunities Help Us Redefine Pet Care. Join the Petfolk Talent Community. At Petfolk, we're transforming the veterinary experience-from the way we care for pets to how we support the people who care for them. As we continue to grow in the Miami area, we're building a talent pool of experienced Veterinary Assistants who are passionate about meaningful work, growth, and team-driven care. While we may not have a current opening today, we're always excited to connect with professionals who want to be part of something different. Submit your application here to stay top of mind for future roles! Why Join Our Talent Community? * Be among the first to hear about new Veterinary Assistant openings * Get invited to hiring events and local meet-and-greets * Stay connected with a company that values your experience and passion What You'll Do (When the Time is Right) As a future Veterinary Assistant at Petfolk, you'll support a team that blends high-quality medicine with tech-enabled tools and Fear Free practices. Expect to: * Assist with wellness and sick care appointments * Support venipuncture, dental procedures, surgeries, and exams * Work closely with pet parents to ensure an exceptional experience * Collaborate in a team-first model tailored to your strengths * Grow professionally in a modern, low-stress care environment What We're Looking For * 3+ years of hands-on veterinary clinical experience * Skilled in venipuncture, surgical/dental assistance, and patient handling * Passionate about Fear Free, force-free techniques * Tech-comfortable and quick to adapt in a fast-paced setting * Strong communicator and natural team player * Dedicated to continued learning and compassionate care What to Expect from Petfolk At Petfolk, we strive to create a workplace where every team member feels supported, valued, and empowered. We combine modern tools and thoughtful clinic design with a strong culture of collaboration and growth. When you join our team, you can expect: * A commitment to using your skills to their fullest * Supportive leadership and peer mentorship * Continued learning and development opportunities * A people-first environment focused on well-being-for pets and caregivers alike Interested in the Future of Vet Med? Apply to our Veterinary Assistant Talent Pool for Miami today. When the right opportunity comes up, we'll reach out first. Let's build a better future for pets-and for you.

Job DescriptionDescription: Faculty members are responsible for the delivery of quality education services. This entails engaging students, fostering learning, role modeling professionalism, and ultimately producing competently trained students prepared for professional careers. The Veterinary Assisting Instructor will provide up to date and fully prepared instruction to veterinary assisting students in an energetically and motivating instructional manner along with engaging in activities in student retention and manages the classroom/lab activities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare course plans and materials: Delivering course lectures. Facilitating student engagement. Working one-on-one with students. Assessing students and providing developmental feedback. Deliver courses: Deliver lectures/facilitate labs via on ground or online. Grade projects and exams. Provide progress reports/mid-term feedback. Maintain grade book. Enforce HCI policies (attendance, dress code, etc.). Monitor progress and attendance: Direct and assess student progress in achieving theory (content: cognitive) and performance (competencies: psychomotor and affective) requirement of the program. Monitor student progress and follow-up as needed. Take and report daily attendance and enforce tardy and absence policies. Report attendance issues to the Program Director. Advise students: Answer student questions. Be available for one-on-one assistance/tutoring. Identify at-risk students in a timely fashion: Implement an action plan for success. Provide weekly assessments, follow up, and evaluation of the plan. Provide Weekly Feedback Report. Record grades and submit reports: Maintain grade books. Adhere to departmental grading policies. Submit final grades. Monitor equipment and supply needs. Maintain classroom. Seek out an approved substitute in case of faculty member's need for absence. Participate in orientation as needed. Attend graduation ceremonies (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). Work on retention plans and program development. Attend staff and faculty meetings (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). Participate in committees and knowledge sharing forums (full-time faculty required and part-time requested). Ensure the proper use of software: Course Key for attendance records. Campus Nexus for communication and contact attempts with students. Moodle for gradebook purposes. Maintain any relevant licensures, certifications, and other required maintenance of paperwork for personnel file. Maintain a minimum of eight (8) hours of Continuing Education Units (CEU's) annually by participating in professional development and in-services (i.e., continuing education, professional activities, conference presentations, scholarly publications, etc.). Encourage students to submit course evaluations, review course evaluations when available, and use feedback to improve course delivery. Regular and reliable attendance. Comply with all governmental regulations and standards of accreditation. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Requirements: Skills and Qualifications: All faculty should, at a minimum, have the degree required for the specific discipline and have experience and appropriate credentials in their relevant area of academia according to CIE, ACCSC, and other governing bodies. Knowledgeable in the course content. Effective in directing and evaluating student learning and lab performance. Prepared in Educational Theory and Techniques. Computer literacy skills including functional knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.). A willingness to follow high ethical standards. Education/Experience: Minimum of an earned Associate's degree with a major in any area of health sciences from an accredited college or university or equivalent (Required). Minimum of four (4) years of related practical work experience in the subject area(s) taught (per ACCSC) (Required) Current and active Veterinary Technician certification (Required) Physical Demands: The physical demands are those required in a professional office setting and higher education teaching environment, along with activities of a veterinary professional: communicating with coworkers, presenting to a classroom of students (virtual classrooms for on-line), demonstrating procedures and techniques, and getting to and from appropriate classes and offices. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Working Environment: Professional office setting: moderate noise levels; controlled indoor climate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Location: This position is an onsite position. This position will be based out of: ? West Palm Beach (Main Campus) ? Fort Lauderdale (A Branch of West Palm Beach) Any changes must be reviewed by the Vice President of Academic Affairs and President/Chief Executive Officer (CEO). All final approvals must come from the President/CEO.

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you. Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets, people and our planet. * We love all pets like our own * We're the future of the pet industry * We're here to improve lives * We drive outstanding results together * We're welcome as we are Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong and operate 1,500+ pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. Position Purpose: The purpose of this position inherently involves providing excellent medical care to our Vetco Total Care full-service hospital patients and phenomenal customer care to their owners. The Veterinary Assistant represents the mission and values to all clients. Our Veterinary Assistants set the tone for the technical and customer support in the hospital, and are responsible, like all team members, for fostering cohesion and motivation within the practice. All hospital staff are responsible for performing their duties in a way that creates an environment in which: * The patient's needs always come first. * Every team member understands that they have the power to do what it takes to create an exceptional customer experience. * contentious issues are dealt with and resolved as they occur when possible, or as soon as is possible. * exceptional teamwork and commitment to shared goals benefits the entire organization. Essential Job Functions The incumbent must be able to perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation: * Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments and escort them into an exam room, obtain weight and vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations) and record the electronic medical record. Veterinary Assistants will collect thorough patient histories and document the patient visit in the EMRs. * Assist doctors with appointments (routine and emergency), surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia, under supervision from the veterinarian credentialed veterinary technician, , HOM and HLOD. * Perform patient restraint, obtain and process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications at the direction of the veterinarian and help maintain the electronic medical record. * Schedule appointments, provide client education, relay test results to doctor and clients, and maintain and update client/patient records. * Help prepare patients for surgical and dental procedures and assist doctor and/or veterinary technician in anesthetizing patients. Under supervision of the veterinarian and/or veterinary technician, assistants will maintain patients safely under anesthesia while monitoring vital parameters, help monitor patients during recovery and prepare them for hospital discharge or transfer to an overnight care facility. * Under supervision of the veterinarian and/or veterinary technician, perform in-hospital treatments for sick patients including giving injectable and oral medications as well as intravenous fluid therapy; keep patients clean, watered, and fed (when indicated and directed by doctor), safely walk canine patients when necessary for elimination. * Under direction of the HOM/HLOD, assist in the training of new staff members and general dissemination of knowledge as required. * Keep hospital environment neat and clean; perform regular cleaning of environment based on necessity as well as based on a pre-determined maintenance schedule. Other Duties and Responsibilities * Perform additional duties as assigned * Provide backup phone and front desk support as needed Nature of Supervision In all activities related to the care of individual patients, the incumbent will take direct supervision from the veterinarians as well as the Veterinary Technician. For purposes of overall supervision, the incumbent takes direction from the HOM/HLOD or from the supervising technician for the shift. Planning and Problem Solving Like all team members, the Veterinary Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring that day-to-day operation of the hospital is efficient and provides an optimal experience for our patients and clients. Impact This position will impact the organization by contributing to the growth of productive practice while focusing on a high-quality standard of care. From an overall hospital organizational standpoint, this position in critical to ensuring that we have a cohesive, well-trained, and motivated technical team. The desired end-result is the creation of an optimal environment that ensures employee retention, patient well-being, and customer satisfaction. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no immediate supervisory duties. Education/Experience * Preferred to have at least 1-year previous experience working in veterinary practice or sufficient relatable animal care experience to ensure excellent performance at the above-listed skills * Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills * Must be compassionate and sympathetic, and be able to maintain a professional attitude and demeanor during emotional and stressful situations * Must have telephone and computer skills * Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments, offer creative ideas, and accept change Work Environment: The majority of job duties are conducted in the Veterinary Hospital. Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time. A large amount of this partner's time will be spent in direct contact with clients and their pets. Contacts This position will regularly communicate with clients, veterinary specialists, and companies that provide products and/or services that the practice utilizes. Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. 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, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. To translate this webpage to Spanish or other languages on your internet browser click the translate button to the right of your browser address bar. 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