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Veterinary Assistant

Location Princeton, New Jersey
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Category
Support Staff
Job ID
26371
Role Type
Full-time
Hospital
Princeton Animal Hospital & Carnegie Cat Clinic
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We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, dependable, enthusiastic professional to join our highly qualified team as a full-time veterinary assistant, looking to expand and develop your career!

Our AAHA accredited hospital offers high quality veterinary services in a modern facility, with in-house diagnostics, lab, pharmacy, digital xray, laser, surgery, acupuncture and much more! Our thriving practice is well established with a dedicated clientele. We recognize the importance of the relationships between humans and animals and we see our clients and patients as extended family. Our hospital focuses on quality, preventive medicine and comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care, in-house laboratory, pain management services, 24-hour nursing care and various boarding options for our fluffy feline friends.

The ideal candidate must have a great work ethic, possess strong customer service skills, be self-motivated, observant and team focused. We work in a fast paced environment and always have our patients as our #1 priority. Also, a great sense of humor is always welcome!

Tasks include:

The veterinary assistant is the entire team's primary support. Every department relies on their significant role in aiding with a variety of services to provide excellent client and patient care.

Job Description Overview:

. Assist with patient care and treatment

. Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery

. Maintain inventory and stocking

. Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims

· Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e. vital signs, radiographs, bloodwork, collecting samples)

· Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment

· Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital

· Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision

· Feeding/bathing animals

· Answering phones

· Customer service

· Helping clients with their pets

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education, and/or experience.
  • Minimum 1 year of of experience with veterinary appointments performing above duties; preferred.
  • Able to perform moderately physically demanding work, that requires a lot of lifting (up to 50 pounds), cleaning, and constant motion.
  • Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
  • Hourly wage strongly dependent on experience!

Job Type: Part-Time or Full-time

Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience: Veterinary Technician experience preferred

Expected hours: Flexible Evenings & Weekends

The base hourly range for this position is $16-$18.  Our pay ranges are primarily determined by role, level and location.  The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position.  Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience and relevant education or training.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

  • Hospital

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Holidays
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada.  Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.


Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. 

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next 

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life. 


At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position
If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!
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.

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