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Veterinary Technician Assistant - Neurology

Bush Veterinary Neurology Service - Springfield

Job Description

Are you an experienced Veterinary Assistant or LVT Student, who excels at Patient Handling, Restraint, and Communications? Do you want an opportunity to hone your specialty skills? Do you enjoy the complexities of Specialty medicine and Client Education?

If you answered yes to these questions, then we may be looking for you at Bush Veterinary Neurology Service- Springfield! We are seeking Experienced Veterinary Assistants or LVT Students to join our BVNS Springfield Team.

About you:

  • You love to learn and want to master neurological anatomy and function
  • Your patient restraint skills are top notch and you want to learn how and why neurologic patients require specific restraint/patient care skills
  • Your keen attention to detail helps you recognize changes in patient attitude, abnormal behavior, and changes in condition
  • You work well independently and as part of a close-knit team
  • You pride yourself on your written and verbal communication skills
  • You enjoy client education including intake and discharge instructions
  • You adapt to the individual needs of each patient and are not afraid to ask questions
  • You maintain your calm in stressful situations and maintain a positive attitude
  • EzyVet and SmartFlow experience is a plus.

About Us: 

Bush Veterinary Neurology has four locations across 2 states! Our clinics are operated by board certified neurologists that provide same-day life-saving neurosurgery and long-term medical management. Our hospitals house state of the art equipment to provide advanced diagnostic testing including cerebrospinal fluid collection/analysis, computed tomography, electroencephalography, MRI and more! Our neurologists perform both spinal and brain surgeries. Some of these surgeries include: intervertebral disc surgery, brain tumor removal, foramen magnum decompression, ventricular shunt replacement and more!!

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Compensation and benefits package for full-time employees:

  • Extensive Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Benefits 
  • Annual allowance for scrubs and other BVNS apparel
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401K with matching
  • Other voluntary benefit plans are available including Life, STD, LTD, Aflac, Pet Insurance, Legal, etc.
  • PTO  
  • Shift differential available for overnights (where applicable)

 Qualifications:

  • At least two years of Veterinary experience as a VA
  • Practiced in the skill of advanced patient handling and restraint
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Unparalleled patient care and customer service skills
  • Have a valid high school diploma or GED
  • Be flexible and adapt well to new situations
  • Work well as part of a team 

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be eligible to work in the United States and have original, unexpired documents to verify eligibility. 
  • Must be able to pass a 7-year background check and drug test (complying with local, state and Federal guidelines).

Physical Demands: The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Must have the ability to respond quickly in urgent situations using all senses. During the normal workday, employee may occasionally lift and/or push/pull up to 50 pounds. This position requires sitting for long periods of time. 

EEO: "We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

Job Type: Full-time and part-time positions are available

To Apply: https://BVNS.NET/Careers/

 

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.

Ethos Veterinary Health 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, EVH 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.
 
Ethos Veterinary Health 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:

Springfield, Virginia, United States

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