Experienced Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist Job at North Haven Animal Hospital, North Haven, CT

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  • North Haven Animal Hospital
  • North Haven, CT

Job Description



North Haven Animal Hospital located in New Haven County, CT, has earned a stellar reputation for providing state-of-the-art veterinary care through an experienced and compassionate staff. Founded by Dr. James T. Wells and Dr. Lewis Jolly in 1979 after they graduated from Purdue University’s veterinary school, they opened North Haven Animal Hospital.

North Haven Animal Hospital is a full-service facility dedicated to wellness, medical, and emergency care. The hospital combines the latest technological advancements with high-quality, personalized care. They prioritize ensuring that pet owners are fully informed and involved in their pet's healthcare decisions, fostering a supportive environment where pets receive the best possible treatment. Their goal is to offer the best of both modern veterinary medicine and old-fashioned, personalized service, ensuring that each pet is treated like family.

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Job Description



Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Veterinary Assistants play a vital role in our hospital, the foundation of which includes a friendly attitude and a self starting mindset. Some of the daily tasks are interacting with clients and their pets, cleaning, running diagnostic equipment, assisting the doctors, record keeping, and putting away inventory. We are looking for a punctual, friendly, compassionate person to help round out our team. This position will be cross-trained to help reception, as well.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications



We’re looking for:

  • Experienced Receptionist with a minimum of 1-year veterinary experience- preferred
  • A minimum of 1-year veterinary experience as a Veterinary Assistant- required
  • Saturdays until 12pm- required
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work some weekends
  • Compassionate and calm team-player
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Highly organized and possess computer skills
  • Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information



Job Type: Full-Time

We offer our staff:

  • Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees 
  • Paid Bereavement Program 
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
  • Tuition Assistance Program 
  • Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster 
  • Career Development Opportunities 
  • Referral Bonus Program for most positions! 
  • Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.) 

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. 

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit:

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