The Virginia Veterinary Center in Richmond, VA is hiring a full- time Veterinary Assistant to join our ER team!

Position Overview:

The Veterinary Assistant carries out assigned duties and is adaptable to changes in the work pattern. As a Veterinary Assistant, your job entails important aspects of our hospital: patient care and treatment, client service, and hospital cleanliness.

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for conducting triages and physical assessments on incoming patients to prioritize their clinical condition to determine their state of stability for immediate vs. non-emergent careUnderstanding common emergencies and appropriate action steps during time of patient’s initial presentationAbility to recognize and facilitate critical patients to getting the care they need in a timely manner if assessed as a critical case during time of triage; Communicating and obtaining approval for Critical Care formsResponsible for communicating with clients to obtain adequate medical histories on a patient’s health and presenting complaintsProvide excellent client service and patient care at all times; maintain constant communication with owners throughout their visit to our hospital;Understanding normal vs abnormal vital sign parameters and alerting appropriate team members to decompensating patients whether hospitalized or outpatientIn between triages, assist licensed technician with outpatient procedures such as, but not limited to, diagnostics, subcutaneous fluid therapy, medication administrationAssisting in initial hospitalization of patients and their hourly treatments while following proper hospital protocol regarding documentation of treatment sheets and Practice Management SoftwareRestraining patients for diagnostic testing and physical examinationsCompleting Client Service Representative training to assist in client service-related tasks such as checking clients in and out, obtaining payments, answering phones, etc.Must adhere to guidance and delegation directed to them by their Licensed Staff (DVMs and LVTs)

Qualifications:

Minimum of 6-months Kennel work or previous Veterinary Assisting ExperienceHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredSpeaking directly with clients and other hospital team members, excellent communication skills is valuable and importantAbility to work in a team environment by taking direction and assisting other medical team membersExemplifies a strong work ethic, with a positive attitudeAble to multitask and work under pressureFlexibility and able to adapt to new situationsMaintain a constant level of honesty and integrityAbility to lift, push, and pull above 50lbs and stand for prolonged periods of time

Based on employee interest, Veterinary Assistant Certification and/or Licensed Veterinary Technician Program Financial assistance may be available.

Shift Details:

Day shift 7am - 7pmRotating weekend coverage as neededHoliday coverage as needed. (You will be required to work some holidays but not all)Compensation:Based on experience & skill set. Starting at $20/hr!

Benefits:

401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insurance

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 utilize 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 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, 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.