Location: Hopewell Junction,NY, USA
Company Description
A.C.E. Veterinary Hospital is a three doctor, family style, companion animal practice with an immediate opening for a full time receptionist in Hopewell Junction, NY. Our brand new, innovative, state of the art full-service facility offers many services including preventative care, wellness care, surgery, and dental case management. Our mission is to emphasize preventative care, so our patients live longer and healthier lives. Doctors Brooke Wehrlin and Dr. Preston Kellner have been veterinarians in the area for 20 years and are committed to providing excellent and compassionate care to their clients. A.C.E. Veterinary Hospital prides itself on being an AAHA accredited hospital and on its client communication as well the friendly and caring environment for the clients and patients. Using exceptional technology and staffing experienced, dedicated veterinarians, and team members, we're committed to keeping pets, and our surrounding community, healthy and thriving!
We are located in Hopewell Junction; the perfect blend of a small town and your traditional suburb feel. Our beautiful area provides a family friendly atmosphere, an abundance of outdoor activities, and a large recreational center that holds community events year-round. Not to mention we have the Rail Trail, the best walking and biking path in the U.S. Our proximity to New York City makes for easy access to all the incredible things that the big city has to offer, while providing a quiet haven away from the hustle and bustle. From farms to malls there's a little for everyone here!
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Job Description
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.
Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.
Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.
Qualifications
We're looking for:
* An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
* Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
* Must be able to properly restrain pets.
* Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
* Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.
Additional Information
Pay Range: $20-$22/hr depending on experience
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 Assistance Program
* Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
* 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 background check.
* Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
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