Physician Assistant / Surgery - Plastic / Missouri / Locum Tenens / Physician Assistant II - Plastic Surgery
Vet assistant job in Kansas City, MO
Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!: Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children?s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.
Children?s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City ? a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children?s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.
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Benefits Highlights:
Children's Mercy Benefits Guide
Relocation available for eligible candidates
Benefits from Day One
Free Onsite Covered Parking
Onsite Childcare Center
24/7 access to onsite Fitness Center
Employee Wellness Center (on-site primary care clinic and pharmacy)
Overview:
The Plastic Surgery Division at Children?s Mercy Kansas City is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to work in our ambulatory specialty clinic as well as with the plastic surgeons in the OR for select cases. We seek candidates who are interested in providing comprehensive perioperative care to our patients, who communicate well, and embrace striving for the perfect patient and family experience. The plastic surgery and craniofacial multidisciplinary teams provide more procedures than other programs in the region, using a collaborative approach including specialists in nutrition, orthodontia, otorhinolaryngology, occupational therapy and genetics. Conditions treated in our program include a variety of congenital anomalies, cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis, positional plagiocephaly, rare and complex syndromes, small jaws and airway obstruction, skull defects, and more.
Physician Assistants II (PA-II) provide proficient, comprehensive health care services to a defined patient population; obtaining the health history; performing a physical examination, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures; formulating and implementing a plan of care; and participating in patient and family education. Each PA II demonstrates commitment to professional leadership and provides leadership for quality & outcomes improvement activities, clinical research or evidence based practice, and organizational development.
At Children?s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.
Additionally, it?s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children?s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.
Responsibilities:
Clinical Practice: Develops and implements a comprehensive plan of care for the patient and family which promotes optimal patient outcomes.
Professional Leadership: advances clinical care by inspiring others to positively impact the care of children and families in our local and global communities.
Evidenced-based Practice/QI/Research Inquiry: improves patient/family outcomes by utilizing evidence to translate science to practice.
Organizational Development: influences organizational policy in order to achieve and sustain practice improvements and strategic initiatives.
Qualifications:
Master's Degree Required and 1-2 years experience 1-2 years Pediatric Physician Assistance experience. Skillful use of the electronic health record (EHR). Preferred in specialty practice and/or pediatrics
Prior Surgical Experience highly preferred
Licensed Physician Assistant KS
Licensed Physician Assistant MO
Successful completion of the NCCPA Certification Exam Required Upon Hire
PA certification congruent with population and practice setting (see policy statement: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) and Physician Assistant (PA) Roles and Practice Setting) Required Upon Hire
Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provider Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Certifications Required Upon Hire
Benefits at Children's Mercy:
The benefits plans at Children?s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.
Learn more about Children?s Mercy benefits. Remote Work/Work from Home:
This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children?s Mercy locations and may not work from home.
EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet:
Children?s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children?s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.
Veterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Overland Park, KS
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Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital
This posting will remain open for a minimum of two weeks or until a sufficient pool of qualified applicants has been received.
For those who want to put their love of pets into action, there are few jobs more rewarding than that of Vet Assistant. While working closely with other pet health care professionals at Banfield, you'll have the chance to advocate for pets and educate clients on all aspects of pet health. In addition, if your goal is to advance in your career, you'll have access to a variety of learning and development opportunities along the way.
Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the hospital team who supports and assists the veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and other associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.
Preferred Education/Licenses: Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Preferred Experience: Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs at a level that aids in the efficiency of the practice.
A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant
The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital. You will use your technical skills on a daily basis, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties. Other responsibilities include:
· Helping maintain the flow of patients
· Communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs
· Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance
· Adhering to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized
· Educating clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care
· Mentoring other members of the hospital team
Commitment Beyond Qualifications
Every associate including the Vet Assistant has an important contribution to make to the veterinary team. We're looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated to their work, have a positive attitude and use our Five Principles -- Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom - as their guide. In addition, our Vet Assistants are:
· Action Oriented
· Customer Focused
· Good Listeners
· Effective Communicators
Caring for Those Who Care: Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant
When it comes to benefits, we support your personal wellness and professional development. We offer a wide range of perks and programs that help you take care of yourself and your family-including your pets.
Personal Health, Savings, and Wellness Benefits
Every team member needs to be appreciated. All Vet Assistants receive a generous benefits package including 401(k) participation, paid time off and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets. In addition, medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance is offered to associates based on eligibility.
Potential as Big as Your Passion
Whether you're a new Vet Assistant, have been working for years or are changing careers, we'll support your professional growth with:
· Performance development plans designed to help you reach your established careers goals
· Relevant learning opportunities
· Networking events · Ways to offer your skills to your community
A Support Structure That Helps You Thrive
We've created a one-of-a-kind leadership structure throughout our practice that includes support from our Corporate headquarters, the field and hospital level. Together we are a team, making a real impact on pet health care in hospitals, communities and the field of veterinary medicine.
Start your Banfield Career as a Veterinary Assistant
Learn more about the impact you can make as part of a Banfield hospital team and see how we support the wellness of our people and profession.
BENEFITS
Here at Banfield, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, wellness, and financial support for you, your family, and even your pets. Check out some of our “Meow-velous” benefits:
· Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Enjoy peace of mind knowing your health and wellness are our top priorities. We've got your essential medical, dental, and vision care covered.
· Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth): Invest in your future and enjoy a generous company match to help you build a secure financial future.*
· Paid Time Off and Holidays: Take a break, recharge your wellbeing, and celebrate days of personal significance with paid time off and holidays.*
· Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources: Your mental health matters. Access our industry-leading resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions, to support your overall wellbeing and help you thrive.*
· Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance: Protect your loved ones with our company-paid Associate life insurance and have the option to purchase additional coverage for extra peace of mind.
· Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability: Feel secure knowing that if you face a temporary or long-term disability, you'll have financial protection.
· Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Save on healthcare and dependent care expenses by setting aside pre-tax money. It's a smart way to manage your budget and take care of your needs.
· Health Savings Account (HSA): Make the most of your healthcare dollars with a tax-advantaged HSA, allowing you to pay for medical expenses with pre-tax funds.
· Paid Parental Leave: We support growing families with paid parental leave for both birth and adoption, giving you precious time to bond with your new family addition.
· Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions): Banfield is committed to supporting the professional growth of our Associates. This allowance provides financial assistance to pursue continuing education opportunities.*
· Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources: When life's unpredictable moments arise, our backup care and family support benefits provide the help you need to keep things running smoothly.*
· Fertility and Family Building Support: We're here for you on your journey to parenthood, offering comprehensive support for fertility treatments and family-building options.
· Digital Exercise Therapy: Stay active and healthy with our digital exercise therapy program, designed to fit your busy lifestyle, and keep you moving.
· Voluntary Protection Benefits: Get peace of mind with protection against the unexpected. You can purchase coverage to help support you financially during hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents.*
· Legal Plan: Gain extra peace of mind with our affordable and accessible legal plan which includes coverage for a wide range of legal needs.*
· Identity Protection: Identity Protection helps safeguard your personal information by alerting you to suspicious activity and providing support if your information is stolen.*
· Commuter Benefits: Say goodbye to commuting stress with our commuter benefits, making your daily journey more convenient and cost-effective.*
· Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets: We care about your furry friends too! Enjoy three free wellness plans to ensure your pets receive the best preventive and general care.*
· Exclusive Discounts: Unlock a world of savings with our wide variety of exclusive discounts on products and services, making life more affordable and enjoyable.*
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time (FT) Associates are eligible for all benefit programs; Part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).
WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Banfield Pet Hospital strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield Pet Hospital complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location.
We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity enables us to live our Purpose:
A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.
The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate's experience, skill level, abilities, and education, and may vary depending on location or applicable minimum wage laws.
The pay range for this role is
$15.99 - $20.44 Hourly
The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate's experience, skill level, and education, and may vary depending on location or applicable minimum wage laws.
Here at Banfield, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, wellness, and financial support for you, your family, and even your pets. Check out some of our “Meow-velous” benefits:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Enjoy peace of mind knowing your health and wellness are our top priorities. We've got your essential medical, dental, and vision care covered.
Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth): Invest in your future and enjoy a generous company match to help you build a secure financial future.*
Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs): At Banfield, we understand the significant financial burden of student debt on veterinarians. We are committed to supporting our veterinary professionals and believe that addressing student debt is crucial for the long-term health of the veterinary profession.
Paid Time Off and Holidays: Take a break, recharge your wellbeing, and celebrate days of personal significance with paid time off and holidays.*
Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources: Your mental health matters. Access our industry-leading resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions, to support your overall wellbeing and help you thrive.*
Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance: Protect your loved ones with our company-paid Associate life insurance and have the option to purchase additional coverage for extra peace of mind.
Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability: Feel secure knowing that if you face a temporary or long-term disability, you'll have financial protection.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Save on healthcare and dependent care expenses by setting aside pre-tax money. It's a smart way to manage your budget and take care of your needs.
Health Savings Account (HSA): Make the most of your healthcare dollars with a tax-advantaged HSA, allowing you to pay for medical expenses with pre-tax funds.
Paid Parental Leave: We support growing families with paid parental leave for both birth and adoption, giving you precious time to bond with your new family addition.
Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions): Banfield is committed to supporting the professional growth of our Associates. This allowance provides financial assistance to pursue continuing education opportunities.*
Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources: When life's unpredictable moments arise, our backup care and family support benefits provide the help you need to keep things running smoothly.*
Fertility and Family Building Support: We're here for you on your journey to parenthood, offering comprehensive support for fertility treatments and family-building options.
Digital Exercise Therapy: Stay active and healthy with our digital exercise therapy program, designed to fit your busy lifestyle, and keep you moving.
Voluntary Protection Benefits: Get peace of mind with protection against the unexpected. You can purchase coverage to help support you financially during hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents.*
Legal Plan: Gain extra peace of mind with our affordable and accessible legal plan which includes coverage for a wide range of legal needs.*
Identity Protection: Identity Protection helps safeguard your personal information by alerting you to suspicious activity and providing support if your information is stolen.*
Commuter Benefits: Say goodbye to commuting stress with our commuter benefits, making your daily journey more convenient and cost-effective.*
Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets: We care about your furry friends too! Enjoy three free wellness plans to ensure your pets receive the best preventive and general care.*
Exclusive Discounts: Unlock a world of savings with our wide variety of exclusive discounts on products and services, making life more affordable and enjoyable.*
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time (FT) Associates are eligible for all benefit programs (Student Debt Program available for FT DVMs only); Part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).
Auto-ApplyVeterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Kansas City, MO
Who we are:
KC Cat Clinic is hiring a Veterinary Assistant!
Details
Role: Veterinary Assistant
Status: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
Schedule: Mon, Weds, Thurs all day, half day on Tuesday. Friday and weekend off
Benefits Highlights
Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program
Are you obsessed with cats? Do find yourself looking at the schedule to see which feline patients are coming in? If so, come join our dedicated team of cat-savvy veterinary professionals! We are looking for a veterinary assistant to help in rooms, with surgeries and anesthesia, managing the controlled drug log, and using cat-friendly handling skills.
We are a small, 3 doctor practice in the Brookside/Waldo area of Kansas City, MO. Our focus is on low-stress handling, client education, longer appointment times, and a calm, quiet atmosphere for our patients. We like to send home a lot of information for our kitty parents, and have a huge focus on client education regarding medical and behavioral concerns. We also think a work/life balance is extremely important, and we can be flexible with urgent doctor's visits and time off when you need it.
Benefits You Can't Beat
Financial Benefits
A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
Referral bonus program
Wellness Benefits
Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Pet food discount program
Workplace Benefits
Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
State license reimbursement
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance
Lifestyle Benefits
Six paid holidays (full-time only)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount program
If you are interested in becoming an official Crazy Cat Person, please reach out, I'd love to talk to you!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at KC Cat Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
Auto-ApplyVeterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Independence, MO
Crysler Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.
What to Expect
As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
All the benefits you deserve-medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.
Salary: $16.00-$18.00 per hour, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.
Schedule: This is a full-time position, averaging 30-38 hours per week. 4 - 10-hour shifts, with one day off during the week. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM-6:00 PM, with alternating Saturday mornings.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Communication: Provide status updates for hospitalized patients, home care instructions, pre- and post-op instructions, and medication administration guidance. Address client medical questions with confidence and direct complex inquiries to veterinarians.
Client Education & Support: Educate clients on preventative medicine, wellness care by age, vaccine requirements, laboratory procedures, and support hospital financial policies by preparing estimates and discussing financial commitments.
Customer Service: Greet clients, escort them and their pets into exam rooms, ensure smooth transitions to the front desk, and promote the practice's products, programs, and services.
Animal Handling & Care: Restrain animals safely and compassionately, assist veterinarians in medical, surgical, and dental procedures, prepare patients for surgery, administer anesthesia, monitor patients during surgery and recovery, and administer fluids.
Facility & Equipment Maintenance: Properly care for all surgical materials, maintain hospital equipment and inventory, and ensure the surgery room, ICU area, exam rooms, and treatment areas are prepared and maintained.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using a paperless medical record system, ensuring all procedures, vaccinations, and notes are documented for proper billing.
Pharmacy Assistance: Assist with dispensing medications as directed by the veterinarian, prepare prescription labels, and appropriately package medication.
Safety & Technical Skills: Follow DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines; administer SQ, IM, and IV injections; perform laboratory tests, radiographs, and electrocardiograms; place IV catheters; perform emergency treatments such as bleeding control and external cardiac massage.
Qualifications:
At least 1 year of veterinary experience is required.
Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.
About Crysler Animal Hospital
At Crysler Animal Hospital, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming environment for both pets and their people. Our dedicated team of friendly, professional staff and compassionate, experienced doctors work together to provide exceptional care at every visit. We believe in making each pet feel safe and comfortable-because when our patients are happy and relaxed, we know we're doing things right.
We're a modern, well-equipped facility focused on proactive, preventative medicine. From routine wellness exams and vaccines to diagnostics and treatment plans tailored to each pet's unique needs, we aim to keep our patients healthy and thriving for years to come. Our doctors are strong advocates for early detection and education, and our team supports that mission every step of the way.
Auto-ApplyVeterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Independence, MO
Crysler Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.
What to Expect
As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
All the benefits you deserve-medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.
Salary: $16.00-$18.00 per hour, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.
Schedule: This is a full-time position, averaging 30-38 hours per week. 4 - 10-hour shifts, with one day off during the week. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM-6:00 PM, with alternating Saturday mornings.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Communication: Provide status updates for hospitalized patients, home care instructions, pre- and post-op instructions, and medication administration guidance. Address client medical questions with confidence and direct complex inquiries to veterinarians.
Client Education & Support: Educate clients on preventative medicine, wellness care by age, vaccine requirements, laboratory procedures, and support hospital financial policies by preparing estimates and discussing financial commitments.
Customer Service: Greet clients, escort them and their pets into exam rooms, ensure smooth transitions to the front desk, and promote the practice's products, programs, and services.
Animal Handling & Care: Restrain animals safely and compassionately, assist veterinarians in medical, surgical, and dental procedures, prepare patients for surgery, administer anesthesia, monitor patients during surgery and recovery, and administer fluids.
Facility & Equipment Maintenance: Properly care for all surgical materials, maintain hospital equipment and inventory, and ensure the surgery room, ICU area, exam rooms, and treatment areas are prepared and maintained.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using a paperless medical record system, ensuring all procedures, vaccinations, and notes are documented for proper billing.
Pharmacy Assistance: Assist with dispensing medications as directed by the veterinarian, prepare prescription labels, and appropriately package medication.
Safety & Technical Skills: Follow DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines; administer SQ, IM, and IV injections; perform laboratory tests, radiographs, and electrocardiograms; place IV catheters; perform emergency treatments such as bleeding control and external cardiac massage.
Qualifications:
At least 1 year of veterinary experience is required.
Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.
About Crysler Animal Hospital
At Crysler Animal Hospital, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming environment for both pets and their people. Our dedicated team of friendly, professional staff and compassionate, experienced doctors work together to provide exceptional care at every visit. We believe in making each pet feel safe and comfortable-because when our patients are happy and relaxed, we know we're doing things right.
We're a modern, well-equipped facility focused on proactive, preventative medicine. From routine wellness exams and vaccines to diagnostics and treatment plans tailored to each pet's unique needs, we aim to keep our patients healthy and thriving for years to come. Our doctors are strong advocates for early detection and education, and our team supports that mission every step of the way.
Auto-ApplyVeterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Topeka, KS
Job Description
Are you passionate about animals and looking to start a career in veterinary medicine? Burlingame Road Animal Hospital is looking for a dependable, enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Part-Time Veterinary Assistant. Minimal experience is required-we're happy to train the right person!
What We're Looking For:
A friendly, team-oriented attitude
Strong work ethic and reliability
Punctual and organized
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
A genuine love for animals and a desire to learn
What You'll Do:
Assist with animal handling and basic care
Support the veterinary team during exams and treatments
Help maintain a clean and safe hospital environment
Learn valuable skills in a hands-on setting
This is a part-time position, and availability is needed Monday-Friday with rotating Saturdays.
Compensation**
$15.00-$18.00 per hour, for each hour worked*
Career growth potential
Personal pet discounts
Uniform allowance & more!!
Burlingame Road Animal Hospital in Topeka, Kansas, is a well-established, multi-doctor small animal practice known for its compassionate, high-quality veterinary care and outstanding reputation in the community. With over 35 years of service and a 4.7-star rating from hundreds of glowing reviews, the hospital is trusted by pet owners for everything from preventive care to advanced surgical procedures. The team is made up of experienced, supportive professionals who are passionate about animal health and client service. For veterinary professionals seeking a positive, fast-paced environment where they can grow their skills and make a meaningful impact, Burlingame Road Animal Hospital offers a welcoming and rewarding place to build a career.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to get their foot in the door in veterinary medicine. If you're eager to learn and ready to be part of a supportive, animal-loving team, we'd love to hear from you!
#SPO
*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.
Veterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Blue Springs, MO
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.
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Urgent Care Senior Veterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Liberty, MO
UrgentVet bridges the gap between daytime general practice and emergency/overnight care, offering after-hours care for canine and feline patients without the additional expense of emergency clinic fees. Our hospitals offer care for common urgent cases, including wound management, ear infections, vomiting/diarrhea, and euthanasia. Each of our paperless clinics is specially designed to deliver efficient care and equipped with cloud-based EMR, digital x-ray, and a full suite of IDEXX in-house lab equipment.
Are you looking for an opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to helps animals among a great team of people? Our clinic is seeking a Full-Time Senior Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care, team leadership, and client service in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art urgent care clinic.
Click here to take a virtual tour of our clinic!
Ideal Candidate
* Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
* Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
* Willing to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
* Full-time employees may be required to travel for on-site training and onboarding
* Prior customer service experience
* Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting
* Must be able to lift 40 lbs
* 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, & ExpertiseSkills, Knowledge, & ExpertiseBenefits
* 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
* Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians
Urgent Care Veterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Liberty, MO
Job DescriptionDescriptionUrgentVet bridges the gap between daytime general practice and emergency/overnight care, offering after-hours care for canine and feline patients without the additional expense of emergency clinic fees. Our hospitals offer care for common urgent cases, including wound management, ear infections, vomiting/diarrhea, and euthanasia. Each of our paperless clinics is specially designed to deliver efficient care and equipped with cloud-based EMR, digital x-ray, and a full suite of IDEXX in-house lab equipment.
Are you looking for an opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to helps animals among a great team of people? Our clinic is seeking a Full-time Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care, team leadership, and client service in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art urgent care clinic.
Click here to take a virtual tour of our clinic!
Ideal Candidate
Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
Willing to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Full-time employees may be required to travel for on-site training and onboarding
Prior customer service experience
Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting
Must be able to lift 40 lbs
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
Animal handling experience including patient restraint, sample collection, and monitoring
Clinical skills including phlebotomy, catheter placement, laboratory analysis, and drug calculation
Additional duties including facility maintenance and client education
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
Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians
Veterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Lees Summit, MO
Join the Green Summit Animal Clinic Team - Where Compassion Meets Excellence For over 20 years, Green Summit Animal Clinic has proudly served the pets and families of Lee's Summit and the surrounding communities. We're passionate about delivering exceptional veterinary care and building lasting relationships with our clients. Our mission is simple: to provide comprehensive, high-quality healthcare that enhances the lives of our patients and supports the families who love them.
We believe that great veterinary care goes hand-in-hand with client education. Many pet owners may feel unsure or overwhelmed when it comes to their pet's health-and we're here to change that. Our entire team is committed to making veterinary visits as clear, comfortable, and convenient as possible.
At Green Summit, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of ethics and care. Our veterinarians and support staff treat every pet as if they were their own. Through ongoing education and investment in cutting-edge technology, we stay ahead of the curve and bring the best possible care to every patient, every time.
If you're passionate about animal health, thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment, and want to work with a team that truly values its people and patients, we'd love to meet you!
Make a meaningful impact-join Green Summit Animal Clinic today.
To learn more about us click here.
Job Description
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.
Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.
Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.
Qualifications
We're looking for:
* An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
* Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
* Must be able to properly restrain pets.
* Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
* Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.
Additional Information
We offer our staff:
* Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
* Employee Assistance Program
* Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
* Paid Bereavement Program
* Paid Parental Leave Program
* Competitive Compensation
* Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
* Tuition Assistance Program
* Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
* Career Development Opportunities
* Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
* Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
* Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
* Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit ************************************************************
Veterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Lees Summit, MO
Join the Green Summit Animal Clinic Team - Where Compassion Meets Excellence
For over 20 years, Green Summit Animal Clinic has proudly served the pets and families of Lee's Summit and the surrounding communities. We're passionate about delivering exceptional veterinary care and building lasting relationships with our clients. Our mission is simple: to provide comprehensive, high-quality healthcare that enhances the lives of our patients and supports the families who love them.
We believe that great veterinary care goes hand-in-hand with client education. Many pet owners may feel unsure or overwhelmed when it comes to their pet's health-and we're here to change that. Our entire team is committed to making veterinary visits as clear, comfortable, and convenient as possible.
At Green Summit, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of ethics and care. Our veterinarians and support staff treat every pet as if they were their own. Through ongoing education and investment in cutting-edge technology, we stay ahead of the curve and bring the best possible care to every patient, every time.
If you're passionate about animal health, thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment, and want to work with a team that truly values its people and patients, we'd love to meet you!
Make a meaningful impact-join Green Summit Animal Clinic today.
To learn more about us click here.
Job Description
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.
Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.
Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.
Qualifications
We're looking for:
An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
Must be able to properly restrain pets.
Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.
Additional Information
We offer our staff:
Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
*Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit ************************************************************
Veterinary Technician or Experience Veterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Kansas City, KS
Veterinary Technician
Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant looking to utilize your skills and learn from board-certified specialists fully? Do you want to work with a team that focuses on teamwork and truly cares about each other? Look no further, as Mission / Overland Park Veterinary Emergency & Specialty, located in the Kansas City Metro Area has a great opportunity for you!
About Us:
Mission / Overland Park Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital is a 24-hour hospital that focuses on the most critical needs of the animals in our community. Our board-certified specialists provide the most advanced care for our patients.
Our hospital has been ranked in the "Best Veterinarians in Kansas City" by City Lifestyle.
We are searching for experienced Veterinary Assistants and RVT's to support our Emergency and Specialty department! As one of our Veterinary Assistants, you will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of our board-certified specialists.
About the job:
As a Veterinary Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting with;
You are a Veterinary Technician with outstanding client service and excellent patient care. You enjoy working as a team and are able to remain composed during stressful and emotional situations.
You understand that clear, effective communication among clients and team members is a priority and are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families.
You're looking for an opportunity to utilize your full skill set while simultaneously learning new & advanced techniques.
Preferred experience with Anesthesia, Endoscopy equipment, ultrasounds, and CT scans and MRI, or willing to be trained
About You:
You have a minimum of 2 years of Veterinary Assistant experience.
You can maintain a positive outlook and the ability to work well in a busy environment.
It is important to you to provide outstanding client service and excellent patient care.
You enjoy working as a team and can remain composed during stressful and emotional situations.
You understand that clear, effective communication among clients and team members is a priority, and you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families.
You're looking for an opportunity to utilize your full skill set while simultaneously learning new & advanced techniques.
You have the ability and desire to deliver exceptional client service.
What You Can Expect:
We pride ourselves on a welcoming environment where team members feel safe to learn and seek guidance from each other. Our tenured team of technicians enjoys having the opportunity to mentor and guide newer technicians. They work hard to support and encourage each other and love to celebrate wins, big or small. We have our own learning and development time! You will be required to train, coach, mentor, and teach what you have learn after gaining the appropriate knowledge. Our team of Doctors and Technicians utilizes state-of-the-art equipment to perform advanced technique,s providing excellent care and treatment services.
Schedule :
Days or Evenings
10-hour shifts
Base Salary:
$18 to $26 (depends on experience) (DOE)
$3.00/hr on hours between 10pm and 8am
$1.50/hr from midnight Saturday morning to midnight Sunday night
Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Employee assistance programs
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Tuition reimbursement and scholarships available toward an Accredited Veterinary Technology Programs
* Shift Differentials
* Quarterly Bonus Program
* Uniform Allowance
* Paid Time Off
* Medical/Dental/Vision
* Short/Long term Disability
* Life Insurance
* Pet Insurance
* Generous Employee Pet Discount
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 utilizes 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 401 (k) 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.
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Auto-ApplyVeterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Kansas City, KS
Job Title: Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant Department: Veterinary Clinic Reports to: Chief of Veterinary Medicine Hours: 40 hours per week; full-time Salary: $18-$22/hour; non-exempt, depending on experience and certification Job Purpose: This position is responsible for performing duties administering medical treatments and vaccinations, assisting a veterinarian in performing small animal surgery, assessing the health, well-being and temperament of animals in a shelter environment.
Daily Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform routine technical skills including but not limited to:
Basic Animal Nursing
Physical Examination
Medication / Vaccine Administration (oral, IV, IM, SQ)
Client Education
Phlebotomy / Catheterization
Intubation
Induction / Anesthetic Monitoring
Surgery Preparation / Recovery
Laboratory Tasks (cytology, microscopy, etc.)
Radiology Safety / Positioning
Ability to read and interpret animal body language and behavior to achieve the following:
Adjust approach or restraint method based on observation.
Ensure the safety of staff and the animals to avoid bites and injuries.
Reduce stress and fear in the animal.
Working knowledge of common restraint equipment
Understand common animal diseases and health requirements.
Understand proper drug usages, risks, and interactions.
Maintain accurate drug logs and medical records.
Maintain sterility during preparation, procedures and clean up.
Practice proper disease control and biohazard disposal
Understand and follow all applicable laws and regulations.
Ability and willingness to educate adopters and members of the public on basic veterinary concepts in a respectful and professional manner.
Clean commonly used areas (kennels, floors, surgery suite etc.)
Restock commonly used items (syringes, needles, suture, etc.)
Basic medical calculations and computer skills. Microsoft, Gmail, Facebook and PetPoint are most frequently used.
Performance Factors and Necessary Skills:
Comfort with Fear Free and Cat Friendly handling techniques or willingness to learn.
Act in a professional manner to contribute to a positive working environment.
Show dedication to animal welfare and KCPPs mission to help animals.
Ability to work under pressure, adapt, prioritize, and delegate tasks.
Ability to accurately receive, report and record information.
Adhere to establish protocols with great attention to detail.
Drive to learn and develop skills.
Work collaboratively within the clinic team as well as other departments within the shelter.
Respect for all people and positions within the shelter.
Exchange diverse ideas and perspectives in a positive manner to achieve organizational goal.
Willingness to learn from and teach others to increase work efficiency.
Performs related duties as required.
Working Conditions:
Ability to be on your feet for up to 12 hours a day. Ability to kneel, squat or bend repeatedly throughout the workday. Ability to lift, carry and safely restrain up to 50 pounds. Potential exposure to zoonotic diseases, high noise levels, extreme temperatures, hazardous chemicals, and sharp objects.
Qualifications/Educational Background:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
2-year degree in Veterinary Technology of 5 years of experience in Veterinary Assistant.
Experience in a kennel, shelter or veterinary setting preferred.
Customer service experience preferred.
Ability to successfully complete in-house training program.
Minimum of 2 years customer service and community outreach experience preferred.
Have a basic understanding of Microsoft Suite, Shelter Database, Database Analytics & Collection within the first 90 days of employment.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
1/2025
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Vet assistant job in Kansas City, MO
Full-time Description
As a Vet Technician Assistant/RVT, you will be an integral part of our medical team. Focusing on patient care, client education, and personal growth, our technicians will have the opportunity to rotate through all medical departments, keeping their skills sharp and getting a wide variety of vet med exposure. They will also be expected to use compassion and empathy with all clients, promote our core values, lead by example, uphold a high level of quality and speed, as well as work with a high level of professionalism.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides compassionate care to patients. Performs all duties in accordance with clinic policies and procedures. Assists the veterinarian in medical, surgical and dental procedures. Restrains pets for examinations or treatments.
Responsible for being an exemplary role model in representing and supporting all company core values and customer experience values. Educate and promote all services, programs, philosophies, agency mission, policies and procedures to all clients and volunteers.
Establish highly effective relationships with volunteers and other staff, support all programs and gain support from clients and community stakeholders.
Actively contribute to reaching goals through completion of tasks, maintaining quality service and patient care standards, and customer experience excellence. Process all daily paperwork, deposits, and other processes essential to field and clinic operations with accuracy and attention to detail.
Assume responsibility for personal growth and development, maintain and upgrade professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation.
Keep all work areas clean and sanitary. Ensure organization compliance with all applicable OSHA, safety, HIPAA and confidentiality regulations. Abide by all federal, state, and local programs. (State of Missouri Department of Agriculture, State of Missouri Veterinary Board, etc.)
Complete all other delegated tasks as needed.
Requirements
High energy and passion for helping animals and people
Outgoing personality
Ability to work in a very high volume and fast-paced environment
Animal handling experience 2+ years (deal, not required)
Confidence in computer use and typing skills
Salary Description $15-$18.50/hour, based on experience
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Vet assistant job in Kansas City, MO
Our Staley location are looking for an experienced veterinary assistant to join our growing Team! With locations in Riverside, Kansas City, and Liberty - We pride ourselves on providing comprehensive, progressive, and individualized care to our furry patients. We are a 9-doctor practice specializing in small animal care. Not only do we offer preventative and prophylactics, but we are also equipped with state-of-the-art equipment to perform advanced diagnostics and treatments too! Our clinic is fully equipped with digital radiology, EKG, cold laser therapy, CT, laparoscopy, endoscopy, and ultrasound - just to name a few!
Veterinary assistants play an integral role in our hospital whether they are handling patient care, taking care of clients, assisting doctors and technicians, or providing quality nursing care to hospitalized patients.
Why Chose Eagle Animal Hospital?
* Our team of Doctors and Technicians utilize state of the art equipment to perform advanced techniques providing excellent care and treatment services.
* Our assistants are heavily relied upon by our doctors and technicians
* Full Time, 4 days/week, rotating Saturdays (8a-12p), Closed on Sundays, and major holidays.
Our Ideal Candidate:
* Preferred Veterinary Experience > 1 year
* Ability to execute treatment orders as directed by a DVM (to include running bloodwork, preparing labs, preparing vaccines, phlebotomy, Injections, assisting in anesthesia prep and post care, instrument care, cleaning
* Positive attitude and TEAM Player personality
* Excellent communication skills
* Adaptable to the demands of the day
* Ability to work efficiently, and remain calm during stressful situations
Benefits:
* Medical/Dental/Vision
* Short/Long Term Disability
* Life Insurance
* 401k
* Uniforms allowance
* PTO
* Employee Pet Discount
To get to know us a little more, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Eagle-AnimalHospital/***********9 or **************************************************
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
NVA 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, NVA 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.
NVA 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.
Senior Veterinarian Technical Service
Vet assistant job in Shawnee, KS
North Star connect skilled candidates with the best companies in the area. We take pride in understanding a candidate's skill set, experience and needs and then pairing them up with the right organization. We conduct thorough interviews, reference and background checks, and we verify previous work history of all our candidates before we place them. As one of the premier Staffing agencies in Colorado, we help place candidates in various fields of work at the top organizations nationwide. Not only do we provide you with opportunity of a life time, we also offer ongoing support to make sure you stay ahead of the curve.
Requisition Number: 56598608
Location City: Shawnee Mission
Location State: Kansas
Title: Senior Veterinarian Technical Services, Central Midwest Territory
North Star is currently seeking a Senior Veterinarian Technical Services. This position is responsible for the technical support for our sales team in the central Midwest (KS, OK, NE, MN, greater Kansas City, MO area) sales regions.
Job Description:
Contribute to the success of Company Animal Health by leveraging scientific knowledge and creating collaborative relationships with our internal and external customers.
Align with and execute Sales, Marketing, and Research & Development strategies for the companion animal business unit.
Provide technical support to regional sales team through work-with interactions involving account visits, conducting seminars or leading group discussions and working at local, state and National meetings.
Enhance Company Animal Health awareness at Veterinary Schools through presentations to students, managing Company Student Representative program, interaction with faculty, residents and interns and relationship building with key college administrators.
Support pharmacovigilance of Company Animal Health Companion Animal products through timely response to inquiries with attention to supporting Veterinarian/Client/Patient relationships.
Provide technical expertise to the Sales Department via development and delivery of training materials and support of Company Animal Health activities at Major Veterinary Conferences.
Execute Marketing strategies by contributing to successful product launches and maintenance of core product support through assistance with development of marketing pieces and guidance and support of product strategies.
Support Company portfolio and presence with specialists and referral centers through engagement and relationship building with key influencers in focus areas.
Education - Experience Requirements:
-The position requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (DVM or VMD) and a minimum of three years of clinical practice experience or its equivalent.
-The incumbent must have a sound understanding of and accomplished skill as a Companion Animal Veterinarian.
-Experience or acumen with business and financial aspects of veterinary practice is highly desirable. This position requires strong organizational skills as well as an engaging personality, self-motivation and superb communication skills. This position also requires excellent relationship building skills and the ability to problem solve.
For immediate consideration, please send your resume to Lyric, call 470-767-1481
Qualifications
Education - Experience Requirements:
-The position requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (DVM or VMD) and a minimum of three years of clinical practice experience or its equivalent.
-The incumbent must have a sound understanding of and accomplished skill as a Companion Animal Veterinarian.
-Experience or acumen with business and financial aspects of veterinary practice is highly desirable. This position requires strong organizational skills as well as an engaging personality, self-motivation and superb communication skills. This position also requires excellent relationship building skills and the ability to problem solve.
Additional Information
Veterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Independence, MO
Crysler Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.
What to Expect
As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
* All the benefits you deserve-medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
* Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
* Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
* 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
* Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.
Salary: $16.00-$18.00 per hour, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.
Schedule: This is a full-time position, averaging 30-38 hours per week. 4 - 10-hour shifts, with one day off during the week. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM-6:00 PM, with alternating Saturday mornings.
Key Responsibilities:
* Client Communication: Provide status updates for hospitalized patients, home care instructions, pre- and post-op instructions, and medication administration guidance. Address client medical questions with confidence and direct complex inquiries to veterinarians.
* Client Education & Support: Educate clients on preventative medicine, wellness care by age, vaccine requirements, laboratory procedures, and support hospital financial policies by preparing estimates and discussing financial commitments.
* Customer Service: Greet clients, escort them and their pets into exam rooms, ensure smooth transitions to the front desk, and promote the practice's products, programs, and services.
* Animal Handling & Care: Restrain animals safely and compassionately, assist veterinarians in medical, surgical, and dental procedures, prepare patients for surgery, administer anesthesia, monitor patients during surgery and recovery, and administer fluids.
* Facility & Equipment Maintenance: Properly care for all surgical materials, maintain hospital equipment and inventory, and ensure the surgery room, ICU area, exam rooms, and treatment areas are prepared and maintained.
* Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using a paperless medical record system, ensuring all procedures, vaccinations, and notes are documented for proper billing.
* Pharmacy Assistance: Assist with dispensing medications as directed by the veterinarian, prepare prescription labels, and appropriately package medication.
* Safety & Technical Skills: Follow DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines; administer SQ, IM, and IV injections; perform laboratory tests, radiographs, and electrocardiograms; place IV catheters; perform emergency treatments such as bleeding control and external cardiac massage.
Qualifications:
* At least 1 year of veterinary experience is required.
* Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
* Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
* Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.
About Crysler Animal Hospital
At Crysler Animal Hospital, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming environment for both pets and their people. Our dedicated team of friendly, professional staff and compassionate, experienced doctors work together to provide exceptional care at every visit. We believe in making each pet feel safe and comfortable-because when our patients are happy and relaxed, we know we're doing things right.
We're a modern, well-equipped facility focused on proactive, preventative medicine. From routine wellness exams and vaccines to diagnostics and treatment plans tailored to each pet's unique needs, we aim to keep our patients healthy and thriving for years to come. Our doctors are strong advocates for early detection and education, and our team supports that mission every step of the way.
Auto-ApplyUrgent Care Senior Veterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Liberty, MO
Job DescriptionDescriptionUrgentVet bridges the gap between daytime general practice and emergency/overnight care, offering after-hours care for canine and feline patients without the additional expense of emergency clinic fees. Our hospitals offer care for common urgent cases, including wound management, ear infections, vomiting/diarrhea, and euthanasia. Each of our paperless clinics is specially designed to deliver efficient care and equipped with cloud-based EMR, digital x-ray, and a full suite of IDEXX in-house lab equipment.
Are you looking for an opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to helps animals among a great team of people? Our clinic is seeking a Full-Time Senior Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care, team leadership, and client service in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art urgent care clinic.
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Ideal Candidate
Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
Willing to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Full-time employees may be required to travel for on-site training and onboarding
Prior customer service experience
Prior experience working with animals in a hospital setting
Must be able to lift 40 lbs
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
Animal handling experience including patient restraint, sample collection, and monitoring
Clinical skills including phlebotomy, catheter placement, laboratory analysis, and drug calculation
Additional duties including facility maintenance and client education
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
Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians
Veterinary Assistant
Vet assistant job in Lees Summit, MO
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.
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Veterinary Technician Assistant
Vet assistant job in Kansas City, MO
Job DescriptionDescription:
As a Vet Technician Assistant/RVT, you will be an integral part of our medical team. Focusing on patient care, client education, and personal growth, our technicians will have the opportunity to rotate through all medical departments, keeping their skills sharp and getting a wide variety of vet med exposure. They will also be expected to use compassion and empathy with all clients, promote our core values, lead by example, uphold a high level of quality and speed, as well as work with a high level of professionalism.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides compassionate care to patients. Performs all duties in accordance with clinic policies and procedures. Assists the veterinarian in medical, surgical and dental procedures. Restrains pets for examinations or treatments.
Responsible for being an exemplary role model in representing and supporting all company core values and customer experience values. Educate and promote all services, programs, philosophies, agency mission, policies and procedures to all clients and volunteers.
Establish highly effective relationships with volunteers and other staff, support all programs and gain support from clients and community stakeholders.
Actively contribute to reaching goals through completion of tasks, maintaining quality service and patient care standards, and customer experience excellence. Process all daily paperwork, deposits, and other processes essential to field and clinic operations with accuracy and attention to detail.
Assume responsibility for personal growth and development, maintain and upgrade professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation.
Keep all work areas clean and sanitary. Ensure organization compliance with all applicable OSHA, safety, HIPAA and confidentiality regulations. Abide by all federal, state, and local programs. (State of Missouri Department of Agriculture, State of Missouri Veterinary Board, etc.)
Complete all other delegated tasks as needed.
Requirements:
High energy and passion for helping animals and people
Outgoing personality
Ability to work in a very high volume and fast-paced environment
Animal handling experience 2+ years (deal, not required)
Confidence in computer use and typing skills