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Animal Emergency Clinic of Springfield

Experienced Veterinary Assistant

821 S. Durkin Drive, Springfield, IL, 62704 aecspringfield.com
Job details
Hourly Rate$17‑22
Hours/Week30‑40
Start Date ASAP

Shifts: openingAppointments/day: 20‑50 Co-workers: 10‑20

Overview

Benefits
paid sick leave
vision
dental
life insurance
health
FSA
Paid Bereavement leave
Employee assistance program
paid parental leave
tuition assistance
CE allowance
401k
PTO
HSA
Practice Overview

The Animal Emergency Clinic of Springfield provides emergency and critical care services when needed most. The clinic is supported by the Springfield veterinary community and is operational when most regular veterinary practices are closed. You can rest assured that our highly-trained team will provide the best and most up-to-date care possible for your pet

About the Area

Your pet can get sick or injured at any time. We understand that it can be a scary and stressful experience. That’s why at Animal Emergency Clinic of Springfield, we are here for you. Our after-hours clinic has state-of-the-art technology capable of diagnosing and helping your pet get better. No matter the severity of your animal’s situation, we will take care of them. If you suspect your animal needs immediate attention, bring them by our clinic as soon as possible.

Practice Values
community
quality
trust
commitment
leadership
Practice Type
emergency
Species
dog
cat
Management SoftwareShepherd.vet

Requirements

Practice Experience
emergency
Preferred Skills
teamwork
time management
communication
emergency
Job Description

Company Description The Animal Emergency Clinic of Springfield provides emergency and critical care services when they are needed most. Our clinic is proudly supported by the Springfield veterinary community and is operational during hours when most regular veterinary practices are closed. We are open 24/7 to attend to emergencies as quickly and efficiently as possible. We are committed to collaborative, high-quality medicine. You can trust that our highly trained team delivers the best and most up-to-date emergency care possible for every patient that walks through our doors. We are currently looking for experienced veterinary assistants for our late evening shifts (6 pm - 12 am / 2 am) and some weekend shifts. Shift differential is available! Check out more about us by clicking here! 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: A minimum of 2 years experience as a veterinary assistant or technician Weekend shift availability required A high work ethic and positive attitude team member Compassionate and calm team-player Strong communication skills Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs Experienced in anesthesia and surgical monitoring A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency Additional Information Pay Range: $17 - $22/hr depending on experience level. Shift differential available for qualifying shifts! 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. For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/