Veterinary Assistant - Critical Care Job Southfield area,Michigan USA,Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care

Blue Pearl Pet Hospital Veterinary Assistant - Critical Care Department

Blue Pearl Pet Hospital is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join their Critical Care department.

Are you committed and passionate about enriching lives through remarkable care for pets?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and rewarding work environment?

Are you a team player who enjoys working together to provide quality care for pets?

If you answered "yes" to these questions, then we want to hear from you!

Our Veterinary Assistants perform diagnostics (radiographs, lab work, etc.), set patients up in ICU or Inpatient ward, discharge patients, and handle client communication.

As a Critical Care Veterinary Assistant, you will:

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 responses.

Administer medications via appropriate routes and durations.

Perform phlebotomy.

Perform physical exams; accurately assess 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 roles as assigned by attending clinician and/or supervisor.

Why Blue Pearl?

We are passionate about pets. We offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts on pet treatments, procedures, and food for our associates.

We encourage growth. Our associates are leveled by skillset and can advance as they gain more skills and experience. We focus on developing leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, there are endless opportunities for career advancement.

We value continuous learning, offering annual continuing education allowances, free sessions, Blue Pearl University for training, and access to over 2,000 medical journals.

We prioritize your health and well-being with medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, parental leave, flexible schedules, 401k, paid time off, and support from a regional licensed social worker.

We foster a family-like culture, emphasizing teamwork and shared commitment to remarkable pet care.

Blue Pearl is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment. Assistance or accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities. We are a drug-free workplace.

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