Veterinary Assistant - Resuscitation & Critical Care team
Company: Pieper Veterinary
Location: Middletown
Posted on: May 17, 2022
Job Description:
With roots in the local community dating back to 1933, Pieper
Veterinary was originally established as a mixed animal practice by
Dr. Niel Pieper, with the goal of providing the highest standard of
care to both patients and clients.Come work for a private practice
with an established history with the community that will offer you
the chance to use what you've learned and help you get to the next
level! This family practice has grown to one of the most prominent
practices in CT by promoting from within. Hard work and talent are
recognized here! We are also very proud to be a VECCS Level I
certified emergency & critical care facility.We recognize that
being part of a Critical Care team is something that fits a select
group of people. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in
a fast-paced environment and loves the challenges that an ER
environment has to offer.The Veterinary Assistant supports the
veterinarians, veterinary technicians and receptionists in all
duties of the hospital and ensures a comfortable and sanitary
environment for all patients at Pieper Veterinary. The
responsibilities vary with current needs of the hospital team, the
season of the year, and the individual abilities demonstrated by
the employee.Some of the Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Ensure a comfortable and sanitary environment for all
patients.
- Responsible for care of boarding and hospitalized patients
including keeping all wards and kennels properly cleaned and
disinfected, exercising, feeding, laundry, bathing and dipping
procedures and keeping patients clean.
- General cleaning of public and employee areas and building and
yard maintenance to maintain clean, odor-free, and attractive
environment. Housekeeping and laundry duties for all areas.
- Clean exams rooms after each visit and preparing for the next
client and patient. Ensure supplies are always available and
adequately stocked in exam rooms and treatment room.
- Prepare and sanitize surgery suites. Clean and maintain holding
areas.
- Properly and safely restrain patients, reliably and with
compassion to prepare for procedures performed by technicians
and/or doctors. Is conscious of patient comfort needs.
- Observe patients throughout the day for signs of illness,
parasites and disease control, assessment of change in patient
status. Report any abnormalities or concerns to the veterinarian in
charge.
- Communicate with pet owners using a professional, cheerful, and
helpful attitude, using knowledge of preventative health care
recommendations to accurately answer questions and relay doctor s
information.
- Assist receptionists with out-patients, boarding and
hospitalized patients from admission to discharge.
- Perform simple in-house laboratory tests, complete forms for
out sourced laboratory tests, accurately file laboratory reports
and clean up laboratory area. Set up and read fecal under the
microscope and look for parasites; read blood work under
microscope.
- Under direction of veterinarian, administer oral
medications.
- Assist with nail trimming, ear cleaning, client education,
filling prescriptions and computer transaction entry during office
hours or treatment times.
- Unpack, label and stock hospital supplies; stock cleaning and
office supplies, stock kennel supplies. Ensure that supplies for
cleaning, animal food, paper towels, etc. are current.
- Prep patients for surgery, assist when needed.
- Assist with the operation of the anesthesia machine and other
applicable equipment.
- Assist in radiology.
- Prepare surgery packs and cutting surgery drapes.
- Clean and autoclave syringes, needles and other surgical
instruments. Thoroughly clean autoclave per hospital schedule.
- Assist the Veterinary Technician, who is responsible for dental
cleanings, during dental cleanings.
- Feed, exercise and groom patients.
- Educate clients on products and medications sold including
dietary products and answer questions regarding product
purchase/use.Pay: $15-$17.50/hr. depending on level of experience,
education and certifications.Benefits:
- Company paid short-term disability
- Paid maternity leave
- Paid time off
- Referral bonuses
- Insurance: health, dental, vision, and disability
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Generous employee pet discount
- Employee Assistance Program
- Annual uniform allowance
- Comprehensive one-on-one client service classes and hands-on
training
- Continuous learning via in-house training seminars and
reference material
- Employee appreciation events and activities
- Many opportunities for internal transfer and promotionAmong our
many great benefits is our culture of promoting from within. As a
large practice, we have opportunities for growth and promotion that
other hospitals are unable to offer.Pieper Veterinary considers
applicants for employment without regard to, and does not
discriminate on the basis of, an individual s sex, race, color,
religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or
ethnic origin; nor does Pieper Veterinary discriminate on the basis
of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.COVID-19
considerations:
Mask covering are required for all employees and clients inside the
hospitals. Social distancing measures are in place, clients are
permitted in the hospital on a limited basis and surfaces are
routinely disinfected throughout the day.
Keywords: Pieper Veterinary, Middletown , Veterinary Assistant - Resuscitation & Critical Care team, Healthcare , Middletown, Connecticut
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