Join our amazing team as our newest Veterinary Assistant.
Our focus is on being a place of comfort for our clients and pets, in sickness and in health. You will have an open door for growth opportunities ranging from becoming a veterinary technician, specialty medicine, and future management positions! Department Veterinary Assistants Employment Type Full Time Location Melrose, Massachusetts Workplace type Onsite
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include :
- Caring for our Boarding animals
- Cleaning, laundry and basic clinic up keep
- Patient handling and restraint
- Medication administration & filling prescriptions
- Assisting our Technicians and our Veterinarian as needed
- Tackling projects as assigned (with a smile, as always!)
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
- High school diploma or GED required
- Preferred have at least 1 year of veterinary medicine experience
- Must be a bright, friendly, and effective communicator in order to communicate with clients, visitors, veterinarians, and other hospital staff.
It’s okay if you talk to animals, too!)
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and move freely for extended periods of time
- Must be able to lift 50 squirming pounds
- Must be able to work in a veterinary environment with exposure to infection or contagious diseases
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedules
- 401K with company match
- Career development and training
About Melrose Animal Clinic
is an AAHA-accredited practice located in Melrose, MA, a desirable and conveniently situated community less than 10 miles north of Boston.
We have a state-of-the-art facility, surpassed only by our state-of-the-heartattitude. Every interaction here is based on compassion and respect, we are a Cat-Friendly Practice and utilize many Fear Free techniques.
We offer the most modern diagnostic, therapeutic capabilities, and comprehensive services including wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, surgery including laser surgery, spay and neuter, ultrasound, digital x-rays, dermatology, allergy management, laser therapy, and emergency care.
We provide our team with every opportunity to continue to learn and grow. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.
Equal Opportunity Employer Policy
Melrose Animal Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.
We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor.
All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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