Veterinary Assistant

Join Our Veterinary Team! We are looking for a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our growing veterinary practice. If you love animals, enjoy helping people, and thrive in a team-oriented environment, we would love to hear from you! Home Veterinary Services is a full-service veterinary clinic offering state-of-the-art resources in the comfort of a remodeled 1918 craftsman style home in Trumbull.

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Pay Range

$18-$21/hr Job Type: Full Time Position Responsibilities Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with examinations and treatments Safely restrain and handle dogs, cats, and other patients Prepare examination and treatment areas Clean and disinfect kennels, equipment, and treatment areas Assist with animal care, feeding, walking, and monitoring Collect, prepare and perform laboratory samples as directed Assist with Radiographs and ultrasounds Help maintain accurate medical records Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients (in-person as well as over the phone) Provide support during procedures and appointments Maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment Perform other duties as needed to support the veterinary team Qualifications Previous veterinary experience preferred - 1 year minimum.

A genuine love and respect for animals Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to work effectively as part of a team Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn Comfortable working with animals of different sizes and temperaments Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure Proficient in sample collection and obtaining medical histories Veterinary Assistant certification is a plus but not required Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset Pay Range: $18-$21/hr 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 Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program 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 pre-employment screening. *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/ . #SS3