Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

Benefits We Offer:

+ Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans

+ Competitive pay rates

+ Referral opportunities ? Refer a friend & Cash in!

+ Travel reimbursement and per diem allowances

+ Employee discounts

+ Educational opportunities

Health Advocates Network was founded based on a shared aspiration to improve the way healthcare staffing is done. We are a company founded by healthcare professionals and built for healthcare professionals. As your true advocates, we will always help you thrive and pave the path forward in your career. Our talented staffing team is committed to providing exceptional customer service, great opportunities with top pay and benefits.
From Per Diem to Travel Contracts, miles away or local to you, Health Advocates Network can find you just what you are looking for. Allow us to get you to you next adventure!

Health Advocates Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected basis under applicable federal, state or local law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. EOE including Veterans/Disability

Benefits We Offer:

+ Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans

+ Competitive pay rates

+ Referral opportunities ? Refer a friend & Cash in!

+ Travel reimbursement and per diem allowances

+ Employee discounts

+ Educational opportunities

Health Advocates Network was founded based on a shared aspiration to improve the way healthcare staffing is done. We are a company founded by healthcare professionals and built for healthcare professionals. As your true advocates, we will always help you thrive and pave the path forward in your career. Our talented staffing team is committed to providing exceptional customer service, great opportunities with top pay and benefits.
From Per Diem to Travel Contracts, miles away or local to you, Health Advocates Network can find you just what you are looking for. Allow us to get you to you next adventure!

Health Advocates Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected basis under applicable federal, state or local law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. EOE including Veterans/Disability

Benefits We Offer:

+ Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans

+ Competitive pay rates

+ Referral opportunities ? Refer a friend & Cash in!

+ Travel reimbursement and per diem allowances

+ Employee discounts

+ Educational opportunities

Health Advocates Network was founded based on a shared aspiration to improve the way healthcare staffing is done. We are a company founded by healthcare professionals and built for healthcare professionals. As your true advocates, we will always help you thrive and pave the path forward in your career. Our talented staffing team is committed to providing exceptional customer service, great opportunities with top pay and benefits.
From Per Diem to Travel Contracts, miles away or local to you, Health Advocates Network can find you just what you are looking for. Allow us to get you to you next adventure!

Health Advocates Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected basis under applicable federal, state or local law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. EOE including Veterans/Disability

AVECCC is a 24-hour veterinary emergency and critical care hospital in Gilbert, AZ. We have the most skilled doctors in the state and provide significantly complex treatments in the western US. The teams in this department work closely with the critical care team to provide the highest quality care to our patients. The hospital provides an opportunity to work with state-of-the-art technology including, but not limited to, CT, MRI, and ultrasound. AVECCC is an organization that prides itself on its core values to drive a dynamic culture. We offer a unique training program that offers many opportunities to learn and grow from Technician Assistant to our Senior Veterinary Technicians, shift leads, supervisors, and managers.

AVECCC has a commitment to health and wellness, not only for our patients, but also for our staff. To help manage burnout and compassion fatigue, employees have access to an onsite social worker dedicated to their personal wellness. AVECCC offers a competitive compensation package to include but not limited to: CE allowance, full health benefit packages, 401K with a company match, employee pet discounts, and Paid Time Off.

Job Overview:

Job Purpose: The purpose of the Veterinary Technician Supervisor is to provide high quality medical support and nursing care to companion animal patients in addition to providing top leadership and oversight to the technicians, supports the emergency veterinarians and assists the organization of the daily workflow of the hospital.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Training – In collaboration of the Lead Training Coordinator, assists in the development of training protocols and procedures to ensure existing technical staff as well as new staff members are onboarded efficiently and effectively

● Interview potential new technicians and technician assistant candidates

● Technician and technician assistant staff leveling and reviews

o Review leveling criteria and benchmarks for employee advancement per hospital protocol

o Performs mid and annual formal performance reviews per hospital protocol for technicians and technician assistants

● Lead the veterinary technician team by example

o Acts a mentor for technical staff with particular focus on Technician Leads

o Ensure appropriate medical techniques are being utilized

o Ensure that employees are demonstrating positive customer service to all clients

● Provide feedback to the Senior Leadership Team if any corrective action or coaching is needed for any employee.

● Follow up on coaching to ensure it is being implemented.

● Document training and coaching sessions.

Communication – act as the bridge between the leadership team and technical staff to maintain open channels of communication and constructive dialogue

● Schedule, plan, and conduct bi-weekly Technician Lead meetings

o Advanced agenda of meetings provided to leadership team

o Ensure that the Skill of the Week topics discussed during these meetings are disseminated to the rest of the staff

● Quarterly/bi-annual check-in meetings with technicians and technician assistants

● Participate in regular team meetings with Leadership Team to:

o Identify areas for improvement within the company

o Ensure consistent messages are being disseminated to employees

o Increase knowledge of supervisory and leadership skills

o Develop a cohesive team with other members of the Leadership Team

● Assist with monitoring offices and hospital areas and ensure compliance with duties. Notify Assistant Hospital Manager if proper policies are not being followed or duties not being completed

o Lab – meets regularly with Lab Officer to ensure equipment is properly maintained and there is always an adequate quantity of supplies

o Radiology – collaborate with Radiology Officer to ensure that radiation safety protocols are enforced and radiology badges are properly managed

o Equipment – collaborate with Equipment Manager to ensure:

▪ Broken equipment and supplies are properly addressed

▪ Broken equipment and supplies are tracked and received back in a timely manner

▪ Team members using equipment and supplies appropriately at all times

▪ New equipment and supplies are being integrated into use appropriately on the clinic floor

▪ The Leadership team and Hospital staff receive prompt, thorough communication regarding status of equipment repairs.

o Surgery – collaborate with Equipment Manager to ensure equipment is properly maintained and there are adequate supplies

▪ Train staff to properly clean and wrap surgical packs

▪ Ensure surgical suite is properly stocked, cleaned, and maintained at all times

o Isolation

▪ Kept clean and stocked

▪ Collaborate with Equipment Manager to ensure equipment and supplies are properly maintained and functioning

Engagement – act as a leader to improve staff retention and foster a culture of growth and development

● Identify and solicit opportunities for growth within the technical staff

● Identify areas of personal strength and weakness that may enhance or hinder job performance

● Actively seek out staff members who may be disengaged and intervene as necessary to improve staff retention

● Use engagement survey results to assess and implement adjustments as necessary

● Fully competent regarding organizational policies and procedures

o Involved in the develop and implementation of new policies and SOP as relevant

● Establishes and reinforces a supportive team environment

o Discourages negative attitudes, gossip

o Leads by example

● Seeks out and participates in leadership development and advancement opportunities

● Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending CEs, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal and professional networks, etc

● Acts in a solution-oriented manner to advocate and improve any deficiencies in the hospital.

Hospital Operations – contribute to seamless and cohesive operations of the hospital

● Assists with resolving client needs, concerns, and complaints where appropriate

● Maintain and perform scheduling for the technical staff

o Manage and track PTO, sick, CE, etc leave requests

o Ensure appropriate staffing levels and assist Hospital Manager to fill schedule openings

● This is a full time position, must work a minimum of 36 hours a week, no less than 4 shifts per week, and could be expected to be available to help on all shifts if needed

o Scheduled time is split between training, communication, and engagement duties with each being equally important

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.00 - $36.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 45 per week

Benefits:

+ 401(k)

+ 401(k) matching

+ Dental insurance

+ Employee discount

+ Health insurance

+ Paid time off

+ Professional development assistance

+ Uniform allowance

+ Vision insurance

Schedule:

+ 10 hour shift

+ 12 hour shift

+ Day shift

+ Holidays

+ Night shift

+ Overnight shift

+ Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION:

The Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all pets, advocates for pets, educates clients on all aspects of pet health, and ensures a safe and effective hospital environment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

+ Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team.

+ Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the veterinarian and veterinary technician to ensure the best quality pet care and to maximize the veterinarian's and veterinary technician’s productivity. Communicate with veterinarian, veterinary technicians and all other associates to maintain the flow of patients.

+ Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times. This includes performing or preparing procedures that do not require veterinarian or veterinary technician assistance, completing preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital, and monitoring hospitalized or surgical pets as allowed in the state practice acts. Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services and other issues.

+ Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper and complete medical charts.

+ Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.

+ Assist with surgery as applicable.

+ Utilize technical skills to the fullest, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.

+ Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital.

+ Other job duties as assigned.

THE FIVE PRINCIPLES:

+ Quality - The consumer is our boss, quality is our work and value for money is our goal.

+ Responsibility - As individuals, we demand total responsibility from ourselves; as associates, we support the responsibility of others.

+ Mutuality - A mutual benefit is a shared benefit; a shared benefit will endure.

+ Efficiency - We use resources to the full, waste nothing and do only what we can do best.

+ Freedom - We need freedom to shape our future; we need profit to remain free.

HIRING QUALIFICATIONS COMPETENCIES:

+ Leadership

+ Action Oriented

+ Customer Focus

+ Listening

+ Peer Relationships

+ Personal Learning Functional

+ Ensure medical quality

+ Effective communication

+ Drive for results

+ Functional Skills

+ Priority Setting

CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE (CAN DO):

+ Ability to multi-task- Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration.

+ Communication skills - Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. Correctly spells commonly used English words and job specific terms. Demonstrates exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills.

+ Organizational ability – Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order.

+ Problem solving skills - Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Translates problems into practical solutions.

+ Client service skills - Consistently ensures the team provides the client with attentive, courteous and informative service. Gains and shows personal satisfaction from delivering great service.

+ Intellectual ability - Accurately and consistently follows instructions delivered in an oral, written or diagram format. Can provide directions.

+ Mathematical ability - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to compute rate, ratio and percent; ability to convert units of measurement.

+ Computer skills - Comfortably and confidently uses a computer and specialized medical software, as well as Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

ATTITUDES (WILL DO):

+ Initiative – shows willingness and aptitude to take appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance current processes or procedures. Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done.

+ Integrity – Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Banfield Pet Hospital. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.

+ Cooperativeness – Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with others.

+ Flexibility – Is open to changing situations and opportunities and is willing to perform all tasks assigned.

+ Independence – Able and willing to perform tasks and duties without supervision as appropriate.

+ Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency – Maintains a positive “can do” outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

+ Ability to work at a computer for long periods of time.

+ Ability to be confident around pets (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.)

+ Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job. This position requires special hours including working weekends and evenings.

+ Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.

+ The noise level in the work environment is moderately high.

+ Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at hospital.

+ Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.

+ Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

+ Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

+ Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING :

+ High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

+ Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA approved veterinary assistant programs at a level in which to aid in the efficiency of the practice.

+ Must be at least 18 years old to perform duties involving radiography (x-ray) and exposure to radioactive substances.

+ One year related experience with customer service preferred.

Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital

For those who want to put their love of pets into action, there are few jobs more rewarding than that of Vet Assistant. While working closely with other pet health care professionals at Banfield, you’ll have the chance to advocate for pets and educate clients on all aspects of pet health. In addition, if your goal is to advance in your career, you’ll have access to a variety of learning and development opportunities along the way.

Job Description Summary: The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the hospital team who supports and assists the veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and other associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

Preferred Education/Licenses: Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Preferred Experience: Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs at a level that aids in the efficiency of the practice.

A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital. You will use your technical skills on a daily basis, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties. Other responsibilities include:

· Helping maintain the flow of patients

· Communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs

· Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance

· Adhering to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized

· Educating clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care

· Mentoring other members of the hospital team

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

Every associate including the Vet Assistant has an important contribution to make to the veterinary team. We’re looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated to their work, have a positive attitude and use our Five Principles -- Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – as their guide. In addition, our Vet Assistants are:

· Action Oriented

· Customer Focused

· Good Listeners

· Effective Communicators

Caring for Those Who Care: Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

When it comes to benefits, we support your personal wellness and professional development. We offer a wide range of perks and programs that help you take care of yourself and your family—including your pets.

Personal Health, Savings, and Wellness Benefits

Every team member needs to be appreciated. All Vet Assistants receive a generous benefits package including 401(k) participation, paid time off and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets. In addition, medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance is offered to associates based on eligibility.

Potential as Big as Your Passion

Whether you’re a new Vet Assistant, have been working for years or are changing careers, we’ll support your professional growth with:

· Performance development plans designed to help you reach your established careers goals

· Relevant learning opportunities

· Networking events · Ways to offer your skills to your community

A Support Structure That Helps You Thrive

We’ve created a one-of-a-kind leadership structure throughout our practice that includes support from our Corporate headquarters, the field and hospital level. Together we are a team, making a real impact on pet health care in hospitals, communities and the field of veterinary medicine.

Start your Banfield Career as a Veterinary Assistant

Learn more about the impact you can make as part of a Banfield hospital team and see how we support the wellness of our people and profession.

View the full job description or if you’re ready to make your move, apply today!

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Banfield Pet Hospital® strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield Pet Hospital complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location.

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION:

The Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all pets, advocates for pets, educates clients on all aspects of pet health, and ensures a safe and effective hospital environment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

+ Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team.

+ Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the veterinarian and veterinary technician to ensure the best quality pet care and to maximize the veterinarian's and veterinary technician’s productivity. Communicate with veterinarian, veterinary technicians and all other associates to maintain the flow of patients.

+ Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times. This includes performing or preparing procedures that do not require veterinarian or veterinary technician assistance, completing preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital, and monitoring hospitalized or surgical pets as allowed in the state practice acts. Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services and other issues.

+ Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper and complete medical charts.

+ Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.

+ Assist with surgery as applicable.

+ Utilize technical skills to the fullest, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.

+ Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital.

+ Other job duties as assigned.

THE FIVE PRINCIPLES:

+ Quality - The consumer is our boss, quality is our work and value for money is our goal.

+ Responsibility - As individuals, we demand total responsibility from ourselves; as associates, we support the responsibility of others.

+ Mutuality - A mutual benefit is a shared benefit; a shared benefit will endure.

+ Efficiency - We use resources to the full, waste nothing and do only what we can do best.

+ Freedom - We need freedom to shape our future; we need profit to remain free.

HIRING QUALIFICATIONS COMPETENCIES:

+ Leadership

+ Action Oriented

+ Customer Focus

+ Listening

+ Peer Relationships

+ Personal Learning Functional

+ Ensure medical quality

+ Effective communication

+ Drive for results

+ Functional Skills

+ Priority Setting

CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE (CAN DO):

+ Ability to multi-task- Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration.

+ Communication skills - Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. Correctly spells commonly used English words and job specific terms. Demonstrates exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills.

+ Organizational ability – Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order.

+ Problem solving skills - Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Translates problems into practical solutions.

+ Client service skills - Consistently ensures the team provides the client with attentive, courteous and informative service. Gains and shows personal satisfaction from delivering great service.

+ Intellectual ability - Accurately and consistently follows instructions delivered in an oral, written or diagram format. Can provide directions.

+ Mathematical ability - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to compute rate, ratio and percent; ability to convert units of measurement.

+ Computer skills - Comfortably and confidently uses a computer and specialized medical software, as well as Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

ATTITUDES (WILL DO):

+ Initiative – shows willingness and aptitude to take appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance current processes or procedures. Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done.

+ Integrity – Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Banfield Pet Hospital. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.

+ Cooperativeness – Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with others.

+ Flexibility – Is open to changing situations and opportunities and is willing to perform all tasks assigned.

+ Independence – Able and willing to perform tasks and duties without supervision as appropriate.

+ Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency – Maintains a positive “can do” outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

+ Ability to work at a computer for long periods of time.

+ Ability to be confident around pets (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.)

+ Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job. This position requires special hours including working weekends and evenings.

+ Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.

+ The noise level in the work environment is moderately high.

+ Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at hospital.

+ Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.

+ Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

+ Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

+ Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING :

+ High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

+ Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA approved veterinary assistant programs at a level in which to aid in the efficiency of the practice.

+ Must be at least 18 years old to perform duties involving radiography (x-ray) and exposure to radioactive substances.

+ One year related experience with customer service preferred.

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION:

The Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all pets, advocates for pets, educates clients on all aspects of pet health, and ensures a safe and effective hospital environment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

+ Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team.

+ Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the veterinarian and veterinary technician to ensure the best quality pet care and to maximize the veterinarian's and veterinary technician’s productivity. Communicate with veterinarian, veterinary technicians and all other associates to maintain the flow of patients.

+ Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times. This includes performing or preparing procedures that do not require veterinarian or veterinary technician assistance, completing preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital, and monitoring hospitalized or surgical pets as allowed in the state practice acts. Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services and other issues.

+ Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper and complete medical charts.

+ Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.

+ Assist with surgery as applicable.

+ Utilize technical skills to the fullest, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.

+ Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital.

+ Other job duties as assigned.

THE FIVE PRINCIPLES:

+ Quality - The consumer is our boss, quality is our work and value for money is our goal.

+ Responsibility - As individuals, we demand total responsibility from ourselves; as associates, we support the responsibility of others.

+ Mutuality - A mutual benefit is a shared benefit; a shared benefit will endure.

+ Efficiency - We use resources to the full, waste nothing and do only what we can do best.

+ Freedom - We need freedom to shape our future; we need profit to remain free.

HIRING QUALIFICATIONS COMPETENCIES:

+ Leadership

+ Action Oriented

+ Customer Focus

+ Listening

+ Peer Relationships

+ Personal Learning Functional

+ Ensure medical quality

+ Effective communication

+ Drive for results

+ Functional Skills

+ Priority Setting

CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE (CAN DO):

+ Ability to multi-task- Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration.

+ Communication skills - Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. Correctly spells commonly used English words and job specific terms. Demonstrates exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills.

+ Organizational ability – Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order.

+ Problem solving skills - Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Translates problems into practical solutions.

+ Client service skills - Consistently ensures the team provides the client with attentive, courteous and informative service. Gains and shows personal satisfaction from delivering great service.

+ Intellectual ability - Accurately and consistently follows instructions delivered in an oral, written or diagram format. Can provide directions.

+ Mathematical ability - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to compute rate, ratio and percent; ability to convert units of measurement.

+ Computer skills - Comfortably and confidently uses a computer and specialized medical software, as well as Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

ATTITUDES (WILL DO):

+ Initiative – shows willingness and aptitude to take appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance current processes or procedures. Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done.

+ Integrity – Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Banfield Pet Hospital. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.

+ Cooperativeness – Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with others.

+ Flexibility – Is open to changing situations and opportunities and is willing to perform all tasks assigned.

+ Independence – Able and willing to perform tasks and duties without supervision as appropriate.

+ Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency – Maintains a positive “can do” outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

+ Ability to work at a computer for long periods of time.

+ Ability to be confident around pets (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.)

+ Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job. This position requires special hours including working weekends and evenings.

+ Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.

+ The noise level in the work environment is moderately high.

+ Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at hospital.

+ Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.

+ Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

+ Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

+ Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING :

+ High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

+ Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA approved veterinary assistant programs at a level in which to aid in the efficiency of the practice.

+ Must be at least 18 years old to perform duties involving radiography (x-ray) and exposure to radioactive substances.

+ One year related experience with customer service preferred.

Join us as an **Associate Veterinarian** at **VCA El Mirage Animal Hospital** in **Surprise, Arizona.** You’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

**Why Join the Team**

+ Our hospital is **AAHA -accredited**

+ Worl alongside a dynamic group of skilled professionals

+ Supportive and collaborative work environment

+ **Hands-Free Radiology** - safest techniques for our patients and staff.

+ We are committed to using **fear-free** techniques when possible

+ Our hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology, including digital radiography to ultrasound.

+ **Students and new graduates** are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

**Schedule**

+ Current hospital hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm, Wednesday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm & Saturday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

+ Full-time preferred but open to part-time

+ We can offer either 8- or 10-hour shifts

+ Rotating weekends

**Cases**

+ Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats.

+ Routine wellness to involved medical cases

**Who do we look for**

+ People obsessed with pets and their care

+ Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine

+ Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team

+ Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career

+ Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust

**Total Rewards**

Taking care of the future of veterinary medicine starts with taking care of our associates! As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

_Benefits, Health & Well-Being_

+ Innovative associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources).

+ 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.

+ Medical/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services.

+ Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave.

+ Student loan services to help with assessment and refinancing.

_Professional Development_

+ Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days.

+ WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff.

+ VCA Academy’s Mentorship Program – participate as a mentee or mentor in a GP or ER setting.

+ Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program.

_Additional Benefits_

+ Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets.

+ 100% paid professional liability coverage.

+ 100% paid life insurance.

+ 100% paid short-term disability insurance.

+ Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists.

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**Qualifications**

+ A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent

+ Licensure in good standing to practice in Arizona, or the ability to obtain

+ A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

**_About VCA_**

VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.

Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.

VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets™. Learn more at www.vca.com or find us on social media.

**Learn more about the hospital here:** **Hospital Website (https://vcahospitals.com/el-mirage/hospital)**

**If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.**

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

Overview

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting Travel Medical Technologists to support the Northern Arizona VA Medical Center located at 500 AZ-89, Prescott, AZ 86301. Services will be delivered to both the Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology divisions of the facility. Exceptional compensation packages with full benefits are available.

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers’ success as if it is their own.

Position Pays: $2,681.40 weekly gross based off working 40 hours/week

Responsibilities

+ Rotate on a regular basis through the areas in which they have been trained and are competent

+ Perform a broad range of laboratory procedures in Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology, and Transfusion Medicine

+ Perform advanced and complex laboratory procedures, recognizing deviation from expected results, analyzing and correcting problems using scientific principles

+ Recognize and communicate pre-defined critical results affecting patient care

+ Maintain the optimal functioning of laboratory equipment and keep appropriate records for documentation; operate, calibrate, identify malfunctions, repair and perform preventive maintenance of laboratory analyzers

+ Perform and document quality control, quality assurance and corrective actions related to test performance using sound statistical principles and theories of performance improvement

+ Enter and verify laboratory results in the computer system; recognize deviations from expected results, analyze and correct problems using scientific principles

+ Perform other duties as assigned relating to the responsibilities of a Medical Technologist

Qualifications

+ Accredited Bachelors degree in medical laboratory science, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or a related science (i.e. biology, chemistry, etc.) AND completion of an accredited medical technology clinical practice program (i.e. NAACLS, CAAHEP, ABHES)

OR

+ Accredited Bachelors degree including 16 semester hours in biological science (one course in microbiology), 16 semester hours in chemistry (one course in organic or biochemistry), and one course in mathematics AND two (2) years of post-certification clinical laboratory experience within the last ten (10) years as a certified Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP-BOC)

+ A minimum of one (1) year of Medical Technologist experience within the last three (3) years

+ Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory medicine techniques and practices

+ Demonstrated education and clinical training in the practice of laboratory medicine

+ No sponsorship available

All candidates must be able to:

+ Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift

+ Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist

+ Lift up to 20 lbs

+ Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance

+ Push/pull with 30 lbs of force

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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