Veterinary Assistant
Department: Veterinary Assistants
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Landisville, Pennsylvania
Compensation: $16.50 - $18.00 / hour
Description
At Landisville Animal Hospital, our focus is on being a place of comfort for our clients and pets, in sickness and in health. We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Experienced Veterinary Assistant or Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our collaborative team and help us deliver exceptional patient care.
Whether you're an experienced Veterinary Assistant or a Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT), you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills while working alongside a supportive team dedicated to high-quality medicine. We believe in investing in our people and offer opportunities for continued learning, professional development, and future leadership growth.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
As a Veterinary Assistant or Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you'll work closely with our veterinarians and medical team to provide outstanding care for our patients. This role includes a combination of clinical and client care responsibilities, helping to ensure the smooth operation of our hospital while creating a positive experience for both pets and their families.
Responsibilities may include:
- Assisting veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures
- Safely restraining and handling patients
- Collecting laboratory samples and performing diagnostic testing
- Administering medications and treatments as directed
- Preparing and monitoring patients before, during, and after procedures (within credentialing and state regulations)
- Maintaining accurate medical records
- Educating clients on preventive care, medications, and treatment plans
- Supporting a clean, organized, and efficient treatment area
Whether you're looking to continue building your veterinary career or bring your technical expertise to a supportive practice, we'd love to hear from you!
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
- Preferred have at least 1 year of veterinary medicine experience
- Dependable
- Self motivated
- Excellent cleaning skills
- Able to work weekends and evenings
- Excellent communication
- Team player
- Must be able to lift 50 squirming pounds
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedules
- 401K with company match
- Career development and training