Veterinary Assistant
Location
Buffalo, New York
- Category
- Support Staff
- Job ID
- 34248
- Role Type
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Summer Street Cat Clinic - Buffalo
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:
- Base Hourly rate of $17 - $22 (depending on experience)
- Assist with patient care and treatment
- Monitor hospitalized cats / Monitor/aid in caring for cats after surgery
- Maintain inventory and stocking
- Restrain cats during blood draws and nail trims
- Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e. Taking radiographs, running bloodwork, urinalysis, and fecal testing)
- Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
- Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital
- Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision
- Feeding/bathing/grooming cats
- Answering phones
- Customer service
- Helping clients with their cats' needs
Qualifications:
- Must be 18yrs old or older
- Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
- Genuinely enjoys working with cats and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
- Prefer 1+ years of experience but not required.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining cats. Should be able to lift 40lbs on own.
- Walks or stands for extended periods of time.
- Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.
Benefits:
- Flexible Schedule
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- 401K Plan with Employer Match
- Pet (Cat) Care Benefits
Why Join Us?
- If you are passionate about cats and are interested in joining a team of highly devoted feline advocates, our hospital may be the right fit for you.
- Two Convenient Locations: Buffalo, NY (downtown) and Getzville, NY (Amherst area).
- Close-Knit Team: Be part of a small, family-oriented clinic where everyone knows each other. Many of our employees have been with us for decades!
- Community Involvement: Take part in local parades, fundraisers for the Pet Emergency Fund, and build strong relationships with both clients and the community.
- Client Loyalty: Our clients have been with us since the clinic's opening, trusting us with their cats’ health for over 40 years.
- Join a team where you're more than just a number – you are part of the family. Build lasting relationships with a small team and a loyal client base that appreciates the unique cat care we offer.
- Apply now to take advantage of this unique opportunity at Summer Street Cat Clinic!
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
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:
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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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