Veterinary Assistant
NVA
- Fredericton, NB
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Outdoor Adventures: If you are someone who loves to be outside, you will love the numerous lakes, forests, and hiking trails that provide you with endless opportunities to explore the wilderness!
- Fredericton: A scenic city that has a reasonable cost of living and makes an effort toward clean sustainability.
- Support: This team values each other and open communication. Expect to be appreciated
. Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery
. Maintain inventory and stocking
. Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
· Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e. taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading fecal)
· Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
· Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital
· Administering medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision
· Feeding/bathing animals
· Answering phones
· Customer service
· Helping clients with their petsQualifications:· Must be 18yrs old or older
· Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
· Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
· Prefer 2+ years of experience.
· Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 50 lbs.). Should be
able to lift 50lbs on own.
. Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
. Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.Benefits:
- Uniform Allowance
- Paid Time Off - 2.5 weeks annually!
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Pet Discount
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Fully stocked breakroom and team-building activities
- Community programs with military and high school students
- We strive to create a hospital environment that is supportive and safe with a large focus on our team. We invite you to be a We invite you to be a part of our rock star team!