Veterinary Assistant Emergency Swing Shift Experienced Candidates May Qualify for a Sign-On Bonus

Madison Veterinary Specialists (MVS) is a privately owned 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital dedicated to providing exceptional patient care through collaboration with primary care veterinarians. As an AAHA Accredited Referral Practice our board-certified specialists in Critical Care Oncology Ophthalmology Internal Medicine Surgery Neurology and Dermatology work alongside our Emergency team to provide advanced medical care around the clock.

We are looking for an experienced Emergency Veterinary Assistant to join our growing Emergency Department. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys the fast pace of emergency medicine thinks critically under pressure and takes initiative to provide exceptional patient care. Our Emergency Veterinary Assistants are an essential part of the veterinary team supporting doctors and technicians while helping provide timely compassionate care to both emergency and hospitalized patients.

• Effectively triage incoming emergency patients and communicate patient status to the veterinarian or supervising technician.
• Facilitate outpatient appointments by obtaining patient histories assisting with treatments diagnostics and procedures and preparing patients for discharge.
• Admit hospitalized patients while ensuring accurate documentation and seamless communication with the veterinary team.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with emergency procedures diagnostics treatments anesthesia CPR and patient stabilization.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and promptly communicate concerns to the veterinarian or supervising technician.
• Safely restrain patients of varying sizes and temperaments while maintaining patient and team safety.
• Provide compassionate client communication including patient updates discharge instructions and client education.
• Demonstrate excellent time management and the ability to prioritize multiple patients and competing responsibilities in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• Proficient in veterinary medical terminology and electronic medical records.
• Provide exceptional customer service and telephone communication while remaining calm compassionate and professional.
• Prepare and maintain treatment areas procedure spaces and equipment to support efficient patient care.
• Take initiative by anticipating the needs of the veterinary team and actively seeking opportunities to assist.
• Maintain a clean organized and well-stocked treatment area.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to work in an environment with potential exposure to hazardous materials infectious diseases and zoonotic pathogens while following appropriate safety protocols.

At MVS youll work alongside a highly skilled team in a collaborative fast-paced environment where learning never stops. We are committed to providing exceptional patient care while supporting the professional growth of our team through hands-on training continuing education and opportunities to expand clinical skills.

We offer competitive wages based on experience comprehensive benefits continuing education opportunities a 401(k) with employer match employee pet discounts and much more.

Desired Experience:
Greater than 1 years experience as a veterinary assistant.
Experience working with ImproMed software.

Sign-On Bonus Opportunity

Experienced veterinary assistants may qualify for a sign-on bonus based on relevant experience and successful completion of a clinical competency assessment.

Benefits:Our competitive benefit package includes
Medical insurance
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
FSA participation opportunity
401K participation opportunity with company matching percentage
Professional CE allowance
Generous employee pet discount
Opportunity for professional growth

Your success is our success!Dont miss the opportunity to join our growing and thriving MVS team forward your resume today!

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