Veterinary Assistant

Job Description

Do you thrive in a face paced, dynamic and rewarding work environment?

Are you passionate about animals and interested in making a difference in pets lives?

If you answered yes, we want to talk to you!

Bismarck Animal Clinic & Hospital is a 5 doctor AHAA accredited veterinary hospital in the heart of North Dakota. We offer preventative care, general medicine, surgery, digital radiology, ultrasound diagnostic imaging, dental cleaning, and full in-house Idexx lab services.

We are seeking a full-time veterinary assistant to join our growing team! Our veterinary assistants are the entire team’s primary support. Every department relies on their aid with a variety of services to provide excellent client and patient care

Responsibilities of the assistant include but are not limited to performing the following:

Ø Client Communication and education

Ø Diagnostic imaging preparation and processing

Ø Obtaining patient history and maintaining treatment records

Ø Pre and post-surgery patient care

Ø Practice protocol knowledge, understanding and adherence

Ø Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment

Ø Assist our client service team as needed by answering phone, scheduling appointments and checking in patients.

Ø Maintain inventory and stocking our treatment areas

Ø Adhere to our cleaning protocols

In addition, these qualities are important to our team:

Ø Ability to quickly build rapport with clients, fellow team members and leadership

Ø Balancing compassion with efficiency

Ø Knowing that great results are achieved through teamwork and mutual respect

Ø Knowing your measure, working independently but also knowing when to call for assistance

Ø Maintaining positive, supportive approach at all times – great things happen when everyone cooperates

Ø Never stop learning and to never stop sharing knowledge

Ø Responding to pressure of a fast –paced environment with dignity, presence and grace

Ø Responding to real setbacks that we all know happen with positivity and grace

Ø Trusting your knowledge, your colleagues and your common sense

In order to attract talented Veterinary Professionals like you, we are offering:

Ø A competitive hourly wage

Ø Eligible for quarterly Bonus

Ø A family friendly 4 ½ day work schedule

Ø Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Ø Paid Vacation

Ø Paid Sick Leave

Ø 401k with co-contributions

Ø Employee Pet Wellness discounts

If you are interested in joining our growing team, please send a resume and cover letter to Heather Bashus at heather.bashus@nva.com

Hiring Manager Bashus, Heather

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.

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Location:

Bismarck, North Dakota, United States

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