Job Description
Oakwood Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team! This is an excellent position for candidates with experience who are looking to grow their career in veterinary medicine.
In this role, you will provide assistance to Veterinary Technicians and Veterinarians, including gentle animal handling and restraint during outpatient procedures such as physical exams, vaccines, and blood draws. You will prepare and clean patient areas throughout the day including exam rooms and procedural/treatment areas, anticipating team needs and ensuring preparedness and efficiency. This is an ideal position for efficient multi-taskers who enjoy a supportive role in a team-oriented environment!
This is a full-time position with a 4-10s schedule and availability needed Monday-Saturday. We are also open to part-time scheduling.
Full-time benefits and compensation**:
- Compensation: $17-21 per hour, for each hour worked*
- Bonus package: $500 for those with 3+ years of consecutive, current VA experience
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k options
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Pet care discounts
Required qualifications and skillset:
- 1+ years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting
- Commitment to a career in veterinary medicine with ongoing training
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Client education & communication
- Patient restraint
- Oral medication administration
- Basic assisting skills (nail trims, TPR, anal glands)
- Exam notes/scribe
Oakwood Veterinary Hospital is proud of the over 40 years of service we have provided the Traverse City area. Our hospital is proud to partner with Cherryland Humane Society and TC Paw, to give back to our larger animal care community. We provide leading edge preventive medicine, advanced dentistry, oral surgery, general surgery and referral orthopedic and soft tissue surgery. Our hospital boasts some of the most advanced in-house laboratory equipment on the market for fast and accurate testing results. Our day to day includes GP services, referral services (orthopedics, advanced surgery, and dentistry), as well as chemotherapy. If you are looking for a team that practices great medicine, has a positive culture, and a great sense of humor, APPLY TODAY!*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.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Local area, Saturday,