Shift: Various shifts available, including overnight shifts with a shift incentive.
About Us: Oakland Veterinary Referral Services (OVRS) is a multi-specialty veterinary hospital dedicated to providing the highest standard of care for pets and their families. Our Emergency and Critical Care department is staffed with highly skilled veterinarians and support staff who are committed to delivering exceptional medical care to pets in critical and emergency situations.
Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our Emergency and Critical Care team. The Veterinary Assistant will support veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians in providing top-tier emergency and critical care to our patients. This position requires a high level of attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians with emergency and critical care procedures.
- Prepare and maintain examination rooms, treatment areas, and equipment.
- Restrain and handle animals safely and compassionately during examinations and procedures.
- Monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, and respiration rates.
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians.
- Assist with diagnostic tests, including blood draws, urine collection, and radiographs.
- Maintain accurate and detailed medical records for each patient.
- Provide comfort and support to pet owners during emergency situations.
- Clean and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
- Ensure the hospital is stocked with necessary supplies and medications.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the veterinary team.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Prior experience working in a veterinary hospital, particularly in emergency and critical care, is preferred.
- Strong animal handling skills and a compassionate approach to patient care.
- Ability to work effectively in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to work overnight shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- Physical ability to lift and restrain animals, stand for long periods, and perform repetitive tasks.
Shift Incentive: We offer a competitive shift incentive for those interested in working overnight shifts, recognizing the unique challenges and dedication required for this schedule.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Anesthesiology
- Cardiology
- Critical & Intensive Care
- Dermatology
- Emergency Medicine
- Hematology
- Internal Medicine
- Oncology
- Ophthalmology
- Orthopedics
- Radiology
- Surgery
- Urgent Care
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 3x12
- Holidays
Work setting:
- In-person
- Private practice
Ability to Commute:
- Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person