Veterinary Assistant prepares treatment room for examination of animals; restrains animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal. Being a Veterinary Assistant requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to be certified/licensed. Additionally, Veterinary Assistant is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision of a veterinarian. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Maplewood Animal Hospital in Bellingham, WA is looking to add to our compassionate team of pet care providers!
Maplewood Animal Hospital has been open for more than 20 years to serve the companion and exotic animal community! Our Veterinarians and Support Staff are well trained and work with patience, calmness and high standards to offer comprehensive medical services and procedures beginning with puppy/kitten visits all the way through to senior wellness and everything in between. Also, Maplewood Animal Hospital cares for a wide variety of exotics and offers laser therapy. We believe that every animal we treat fully deserves our most complete and sincere effort in preventing and treating disease, alleviating suffering, and maintaining dignity. We recognize and honor in our clients the common commitment to establish, maintain, and nurture the human/companion-animal bond.
Our hospital culture promotes personal growth and acceptance with a positive environment – we work hard but have fun!
We offer competitive pay based on experience. We offer excellent benefits including Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, CE funds, License Reimbursement, and generous pet care Discounts!
At Maplewood Animal Hospital, we are actively looking for Licensed Technicians or experienced assistants with a deep-rooted passion for preventative medicine and client education to help serve our clients and improve the overall well-being of our patients. We practice comprehensive medicine. Previous is preferred but we’re willing to train the right candidate!
If this sounds like a place to start or continue your career please apply. We look forward to meeting you!
If you are currently in a LVT certification program, you are also eligible to join our team. Please apply if interested.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 37 per week
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Work Location: In person
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