Veterinary Assistant
Oak Knoll Animal Hospital
Job Description
Job description:
Oak Knoll Animal Hospital located in Moline, IL is looking to add Certified Veterinary Technicians and Experienced Veterinary Technicians to our growing team!
About Us: At Oak Knoll, it is our mission to improve the lives of companion animals through exceptional comprehensive medical care and to serve our clients with compassion. We are guided by our core values:
- Family
- Service Excellence
- Guidance
- Devotion
- Compassion
We consider our clients an extension of our family, and we strive to treat them as such. We want to be the best! Service Excellence means we will challenge ourselves to provide the best patient care and the best client service. To us, veterinary care also continues outside our doors. Clients need to know how to care for their new kitten or senior dog that just had surgery – we are their trusted guides!
What to Expect:
- Supportive environment that will encourage you to be the best technician you can be. We place a high value on continuing education and on-going training. Be ready for opportunities to learn & grow!
- High Quality Medicine is not only accomplished through continuing education and on-going training, but through communication and teambuilding. We strive to be the best we can be in all areas!
- Collaboration & Appreciation: We value the diverse experiences and skills that each team member has to offer. We work as a team, help each other out, and encourage you to speak up with your thoughts. About You:
- You understand the importance of clear, effective communication among clients and team members.
- You enjoy a fast-paced environment and are passionate about high-quality medicine and outstanding client service/excellent patient care.
- You are a team player, eager to jump in and help and can adapt to the individual needs of each patient.
Anticipated Schedule:
- To be determined, but Sundays and at least one weekday off
- Typically varies between 8 & 10 hour shifts
- Will be a mostly consistent schedule - no need to worry about it changing from week to week (other than Saturdays)!
- Rotating Saturdays (Saturday operating hours 8a-12p)
Qualifications:
- Laboratory, phlebotomy, radiology, surgery, and dental skills.
- Anesthesia and recovery of surgical patients.
- Clear communication with clients and team members.
- Safe restraint techniques of pets.
Benefits:
- Compensation
- Base hourly rate of $15-$17 DOE
- Bonus opportunities
Pay commensurate upon experience.
For more information about our hospital, please visit https://www.oakknollanimalhospital.com.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Moline, IL 61265 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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.
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.
