Veterinary Assistant Primary Care

Are you passionate about animal care and looking to make an impact in the veterinary field?

Wickford Veterinary Clinic , located in North Kingstown, RI , is looking for a compassionate and eager Veterinary Assistant to help provide exceptional care for pets and their families. If you have a love for animals and a passion for providing exceptional care, this is your chance to help shape the future of our practice and support our mission to deliver top-notch service to every pet and pet parent.

Our vision is a simple one, to make the community and the animals and people in it happier and healthier. If those values mean something to you, we invite you to check us out.

What to Expect:

• Commitment to Continuing Education: We want to retain and develop our talent to the best of our ability. You can expect numerous in-house CE opportunities, and any mentoring available to support and achieve your VTS goals.
• Career Advancement: We Pride ourselves on recognizing top talent with strong work ethics and if you demonstrate those things, you can expect to be promoted from within.
• Environment of Belonging: With so many specialties at your fingertips, it's easy to find where you fit. We also promote an environment of inclusivity so that everyone feels welcome.

About You:

We strongly believe that veterinary medicine is a team sport, and our ideal candidate is someone who feels the same.

Communication is key in our industry, and we are looking for people who navigate both client and interpersonal communication with skill and ease. We are looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who is already comfortable with restraining, assisting with appointments, drawing blood, mixing vaccines and intermittent front desk help. We highly value collaboration from all staff members, so please speak up as your input is not only valued but can make a difference.

We also treat a fair number of exotic patients, so interest in treating exotics is important! If you are excited to expand your skills and care for a wide variety of species, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Compensation:

$16.50-$20.00 an hour depending on experience and education.

Schedule:

This is a Part-Time position

Monday and Tuesday - 9am-6pm

What's in it for you?

• Supportive culture with social events & team building
• Competitive paid time off & holidays
• Career Growth & Training Opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental Health Focused Services
• A Safe Harbor 401K with up to a 4% match and immediate vesting
• Up to 75% employee pet care discount
• Annual uniform allowance

We know it's not always easy to make a move. We treat all interviews as confidential and if a casual chat is more your style, we can do that too! We genuinely love what we do and the people we work with!

Who We Are:

Wickford Veterinary Clinic has proudly been serving the clients of Rhode Island for the last 30 years. Our current team of doctors have over 25 years of experience! Wickford Veterinary Clinic, located in North Kingstown, RI, is a network hospital of Pieper Veterinary.

• Prior experience working in a veterinary setting.
• Experience in handling animals and performing basic animal care tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients and team members.
• Ability to multi-task and remain organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassion and patience when handling animals.
• Basic knowledge of animal behavior and medical terminology.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in stressful situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, and other staff members.
• Willingness to take direction and adapt to new tasks and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Punctuality and reliability, with a commitment to maintaining a high standard of care.
• Positive attitude, professionalism, and a compassionate approach to client care.
• Willingness to continue learning and stay updated on veterinary practices.

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