Veterinary Assistant - Emergency - Locum

Overview

Veterinary Assistant - Emergency - Locum at Blue Pearl Pet Hospital, Port Washington, WI. Pay: $18.45 - $27.35 / hour + competitive shift differentials.

• Provide nursing care to patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Report patient signalment, problem list and plan during nursing rounds.
• Understand classification of commonly used medications, associated side effects and appropriately monitor therapeutic response.
• Administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Perform physical exams; accurately count heart rate, pulse, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
• Possess a working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment and assist with patients assigned ASA I or II classifications.
• Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrate proficiency in designated role as assigned by attending clinician and/or supervisor.

• We offer benefits including pet insurance options and discounts for associates.
• Opportunities for growth through skill leveling, leadership workshops, and advancement within Mars Veterinary Health.
• Continuing education opportunities including annual CE allowances and access to extensive medical journals.

• Company-paid disability options; parental leave; health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Paid Time Off and Floating Holiday Plans; 401(k) retirement plan; HSAs and FSAs.
• Annual scrubs allowance and various reimbursements (state licensure, VTNE, etc.).
• Continuing Education Plan: $500/year for CVT, $750/year for VTS (rollover up to $1,500); pro-rated CE for new hires; paid CE hours for CVT/VTS as applicable.

Blue Pearl is committed to a diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request.

Location:

Port Washington, WI;
Seniority level:
Entry level;

Employment type:

Part-time;
Job function:
Health Care Provider;
Industry: Veterinary Services.