Veterinary Assistant in specialty hospital

Overview

Veterinary Neurology and Imaging of the Chesapeake is seeking full-time Technician Assistants for our fast-paced specialty practice located within the Chesapeake Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC) in Hunt Valley, Maryland.

• ICU:
  Care of hospitalized patients including cage cleaning, walking, feeding, observation of patients.
• Surgery:
  Help clean, set up and break down the operating room. Clean, sterilize, organize and wrap surgery instruments.
• Patients:
  Ability to restrain for procedures performed by technicians or doctors, knowledge of neuro conditions treated, administration of oral medications, assessment of change in animal status.
• Public Relations:
  Professional, cheerful and helpful attitude when interacting with pet owners and team members.
• Laboratory:
  Performance of laboratory tests, CSF preparation, completion of forms for labs sent out.
• Assisting:
  Animal restraint, prescription filling and computer transaction entry.
• Appointments:
  Running appointments with our Vet Neurologist.

We are looking for a team player interested in the world of Neurology. This position has the potential to grow into a technician position in the future. Hours are Monday - Friday, rotating weekends and holidays.

This role would support our advanced diagnostic imaging service (MRI and CT), hyperbaric oxygen chamber, as well as our surgical caseload for three full-time neurologists.

• Benefits for full-time employees include bonuses, 401K, health insurance, pet insurance, life/accident/disability insurance, professional dues, CE, uniform allowance, and paid time off.

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All potential new hires are required to pass a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test.

Salary: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour