Job description
If you’re an experienced experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for a sweet gig, then look no further, Petzen Animal Wellness in beautiful Gig Harbor, Washington, has opportunities available for:
Experienced Veterinary Assistants
What to Expect:
- Great Work Life Balance: Take advantage of the beautiful area in which we live to maintain a high quality of life while doing what you love!
Patient Care is our priority: We are advocates for our patients and ensure that we provide outstanding care along with excellent client education and communication.
- A team that operates and feels like a family: We pride ourselves on a welcoming environment where team members feel safe to learn and seek guidance from each other.
Quality Medicine: Our team of Doctors and Technicians utilize state of the art equipment to perform advanced techniques providing excellent care and treatment services.
- Integrative Medicine: Dr. Bart and Dr Jones are certified in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine
- Growth & development opportunities: utilize your skill set to the highest level, perform a wide range of procedures, and learn new techniques!
About You:
- You are an experienced Veterinary Assistant with outstanding client service skills and excellent patient care.
- Quick on your feet, you are a dynamic and efficient worker who contributes to the operation of the entire hospital, helping to get all the day’s duties done!
- You understand that clear, effective communication among clients and team members is a priority and are dedicated to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families.
- You have a strong foundational understanding and can perform the basic responsibilities of a veterinary assistant including (but not limited to):
o Patient assessment and physical examinations
o Phlebotomy and catheter placement
o Knowledge of radiology safety and proper technique
o Anesthesia monitoring proficiency
o Perioperative surgical nursing skills
o Routine dental prophylaxis experience
o Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures
Anticipated Schedule:
- Full time positions include 4 shifts per week (32-38hrs)
- Rotating weekend duties
- Part-time opportunities may be available
- Hospital hours are:
o Tuesday – Friday 9am-6pm
o Saturday: 9am – 3pm
Compensation: $21-$23/hr depending on experience.
Benefits:
- PTO
- Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- Generous Employee Pet Discount
- 401k
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Short/Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
For more information about our hospital, please visit https://petzenanimalwellness.com
Hiring Manager Iaia, Denise
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