Veterinary Assistant

Company Description

Lakeside Spears Animal Hospital is committed to providing excellent service with integrity to the Carbondale area. Whether a pet comes to us for a routine visit, or in an urgent care situation, their families can be assured that their beloved pet will always be treated with patience and kindness.

Our highly-trained veterinarians and technicians have a passion for providing high-quality, compassionate care—and we are looking to add motivated and talented professionals to our team!

Our hours of operation are:

• Mon-Fri: 9 AM - 5 PM
• We are closed to GP appointments on weekends

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Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

• Experience Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
• Compassionate and calm team player.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Pay Range: $15/hr+ depending on level of experience

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

* Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

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