Veterinary Assistant Lead
Colorado Canine Orthopedics
Colorado Springs, CO
Expired: May 15, 2024
Applications are no longer accepted.
- $24 to $26 Hourly
- Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
- Other
Description
Position at Colorado Canine Orthopedics
We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant or Certified Veterinary Technician with exceptional leadership and medical skills to take on the challenge of leading our fast-paced and energetic assistant team. At Colorado Canine Orthopedics, we strive to exceed expectations in client and patient care.
Responsibilities/Duties:
Pay rate: $24-26/hour based on experience.
Colorado Canine Orthopedics is a progressive, state-of-the-art, small animal, orthopedic hospital specializing in ACL repair, fractures, joint replacements, arthroscopy, and neurosurgery. We are located in Colorado Springs adjacent to the University Center on Nevada Ave. and are open Monday through Saturday. Shift times may vary but would consist of either a 5-day (8 hour) or 4-day (10 hour) work week.
We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.
Position at Colorado Canine Orthopedics
We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant or Certified Veterinary Technician with exceptional leadership and medical skills to take on the challenge of leading our fast-paced and energetic assistant team. At Colorado Canine Orthopedics, we strive to exceed expectations in client and patient care.
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Quarterly check-ins and ongoing coaching with team members
- Reports directly to the Clinical Operations Director
- First line in handling interpersonal conflicts (determines when it needs to be escalated to clinic ops director)
- Provide feedback to the leadership team for performance reviews
- Oversees the flow of the hospital in treatment and surgery
- Works with the leadership team regarding scheduling and staff requirements
- Communication between departments
- Works closely with assistant trainer to ensure protocols and policies are aligned
- Works with inventory and operations manager regarding equipment needs
- Oversees all assistants in the hospital including radiology, surgery, and consult teams (average assistant team consists of 8-10 people)
- Veterinary Assistant certification and/or Veterinary Technician certification.
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in an animal healthcare environment.
- Strong people skills, including leadership and communication.
- Must be able to physically work the duties of a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician at any given time.
- Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 50 pounds, and work on feet most of the day.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options, all starting first of the month following date of hire
- 401K with company match
- Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options included
- Long Term Disability options
- Short Term Disability, paid for by employer
- Complimentary Life Insurance $15,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
- Personal Pet Discounts
- PTO with carryover and Paid Holidays
- Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pay rate: $24-26/hour based on experience.
Colorado Canine Orthopedics is a progressive, state-of-the-art, small animal, orthopedic hospital specializing in ACL repair, fractures, joint replacements, arthroscopy, and neurosurgery. We are located in Colorado Springs adjacent to the University Center on Nevada Ave. and are open Monday through Saturday. Shift times may vary but would consist of either a 5-day (8 hour) or 4-day (10 hour) work week.
We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.
Address
Colorado Canine Orthopedics
Colorado Springs, CO
80509
USA
Industry
Animal
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