Veterinary Assistant

Description

Veterinary Assistant-Lyndhurst Animal Clinic 

Lyndhurst-OH 

Full-time 

Who we are 

At Lyndhurst Animal Clinic, you’ll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, while having the opportunity and support of a united network. 

We have proudly served Lyndhurst, Ohio, and the surrounding area for more than 35 years. We are committed to providing the best care for our clients and their pets. We also care for our community and regularly participate in local events like Jog for Dogs and a hospital-supported charity fund for pets in need.

Our staff is fear-free certified and committed to practicing modern veterinary medicine. Our Medical Director enjoys performing complex dental procedures and our associate veterinarian has a special interest in ophthalmology.

Our staff and our location have continued to grow over the years to help meet the needs of pets. Our veterinarians and our excellent support staff provide full-service medical and surgical expertise.

Lyndhurst Animal Clinic is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

Role Responsibilities: 

• Uses sound judgment when making decisions about patient care
• Responds quickly and calmly to emergencies
• Maintains high standards of patient care
• Communicates clearly with the veterinarians, other hospital personnel, and clients to ensure that patients receive the care they need
• Must be friendly and flexible in the face of varying expectations from clients and coworkers
• Able to multi-task, prioritize tasks well, and think creatively
• Provide for patient and client comfort by keeping the hospital clean and presentable
• Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. 
• May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste, and contagious diseases

Experience & Skills Requirements: 

• Experience as a veterinary assistant is required 
• Possesses strong communication skills
• Is compassionate and empathetic
• Works well on a team
• Exceptional customer service skills

You’ll Grow With Us 

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
• A program to designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
• Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians
• Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement

And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Benefits – our care in action 

We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:

• Competitive compensation- $18-21/hr—based on experience and skill set
• Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
• Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account
• Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• 401k with employer contribution 
• Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete
• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program

       and so much more!

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay band $18-21/hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets’ primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence.