About the Role

Calling Pet Lovers and Hard Workers alike! Would you like to spend your day working with animals? Do you dream of a career in veterinary medicine? Do you feel you learn best with hands on opportunities? If you’re a motivated hard worker who is a looking to kick off a career in veterinary medicine, Barclay Hills wants you on its team!

Barclay Hills Animal Clinic is a six-doctor practice with a well-established support staff committed to providing unparalleled patient care. From Malamutes to Maine Coons, Lizards to Lops, we offer a wide variety of medical, surgical, dental, and reproductive services to our patients. Barclay Hills is more than a group of compassionate veterinary professionals; we are a supportive team that welcomes you to bring your authentic self. Want to show us the sweater you just knitted for your cat? Please do. Feel the need for a midday sing-a-long? We'll harmonize!

About the position:

Barclay Hills is seeking a hospital assistant to add to our dedicated team. This position does NOT require any previous veterinary expereince, though it is always welcome.

Our hospital assistants should be ready to:

• Clean kennels
• Control and restrains animals as required.
• Clean, change, and disinfect cages and runs
• Stock rooms and treatment area with needles, gauze, and general supplies
• Maintain both surgical and non-surgical laundry throughout the day
• Run various labwork for both hospitalized and out-patient pets
• Fill medication without error
• Be empathetic to our clients, coworkers, and yourself.
• Ask for help and offer help to others.
• Escalate complex matters to senior staff.
• Grow as a professional and encourage the growth of others.
• Be a part of monthly meetings to encourage open communication and collaboration.
• Maintain a positive, supportive approach at all times, recognizing that remarkable results are achieved through teamwork and mutual respect.
• Possess the confidence to own tasks and responsibilities to deliver positive outcomes.
• Enjoy yourself! If you're not having fun, you're doing it wrong.

The training and skills of our hospital assistants are among our most valued assets, and we aren’t shy about showing our appreciation. That’s why we have assembled some exceptional benefits to keep life going smoothly, including:

Financial Benefits:

·         A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance

·         401(k) matching

Wellness Benefits:

·         Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision

·         Sick Time / Paid Time Off

·         Supplemental insurance, including accident, disability, critical illness, and life insurance

·         Mental Health Resources

Workplace Benefits:

·         Professional development opportunities

·         Uniform allowance

·         Discounted lab work for all employee pets

·         Pet discounts on services and products

·         Pet food discount program

Lifestyle Benefits

·         Paid holidays (if your normal working hours are affected)

·         Employee Assistance Program

·         Parental leave

·         Employee discount program

What’s in it for you: 

·         A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness!

·         Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us

·         A break room stocked with snacks – always

·         No nights or major holidays

·         Mentoring and support as you grow and advance your career – The more you know, the better off we all are!

Compensation is negotiable based on experience.  The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, and experience.

Think you're the hospital assistant we've been longing for? Fantastic! Apply today so we can get this ball rolling!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Barclay Hills Animal Clinic and NVA. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.