Veterinary Assistant - ER

Are you a Veterinary Assistant looking to dip your toes into ER medicine but are worried about being overwhelmed? The experienced team at Mass-RI Veterinary ER in Swansea, MA is looking to add an experienced Veterinary Assistant to its encouraging team. Come learn and grow with us!  

Who You Are:

You are an experienced Veterinary Assistant who is a self-starter and enjoys the variety that emergency medicine brings. You have previous experience with proper animal restraint, basic surgery prep, and assisting veterinary technicians and doctors in a clinical setting. Experience with IV catheter placement and venipuncture is a plus, but not required. If you enjoy the adrenaline rush of emergency medicine, this job is for you!

Schedule:

We understand that everyone has different scheduling needs, so we offer some flexibility with our shifts. If you need three 12-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts, we are happy to accommodate you. This is a full-time position with some weekends and holidays required

Compensation: Starting at $18 /hour depending upon experience and education. Shift differentials are applicable where appropriate.

Benefits: 

• Paid time off 
• Referral bonuses 
• Insurance: health, dental, vision, and disability 
• 401(k) plan with employer match 
• Generous employee pet discount 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Annual uniform allowance 
• Comprehensive one-on-one client service classes and hands-on training 
• Continuous learning via in-house training seminars and reference material 
• Employee appreciation events and activities 
• Room and encouragement for growth and development

Who We Are:

Since 2005, Mass-RI Veterinary Services has been proudly serving Swansea, MA, and its surrounding communities. We understand that emergencies happen when you least expect them, and you can rely on our team to provide gold-standard care when your pet needs it most. Our veterinary technicians, assistants, and doctors work closely together to perform efficient and lifesaving care. This role is ideal for those assistants who thrive in a fast-paced environment and can work quickly without sacrificing the quality of care or their safety.

Mass-RI Veterinary is an Emergency/Urgent Care facility located in Swansea, MA, and a network hospital of Pieper Veterinary.??To learn more about our hospital visit: www.massriveter.com

"Assisting veterinarians" or "veterinary team support"

"Animal handling" or "restraint techniques"

"Client interaction" or "customer service"

"Patient care" or "animal comfort"

"Administrative tasks" or "office support"

"Cleaning and sanitizing" or "facility maintenance"

"Medical equipment maintenance" or "instrument sterilization"

"Assisting with procedures" or "surgical support"

"Laboratory assistance" or "sample processing"

"Radiography assistance" or "X-ray support"

"Animal husbandry" or "animal welfare"

"Basic animal health assessments" or "vital sign monitoring"

"Emergency response" or "first aid"

"Team collaboration" or "working in a team environment"

"Professional development opportunities"

"Compassionate care" or "empathetic approach"

"Attention to detail" or "accuracy in tasks"

"Interest in veterinary medicine" or "passion for animals"