Emergency Veterinary Assistant, NVS

Nashville Veterinary Specialists in Nashville, TN is looking to add a Veterinary Assistant to our ER Team! 

Compensation: $21-29/hr, depending on experience 

Schedule: Three, 12-hour shifts per week. 6a-6p 

Benefits:  

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  Paid Time Off 

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  Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans 

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  Short and Long Term Disability and Life Insurance 

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  401k retirement planning and employer matching 

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  Discounted employee pet products and services 

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  C.E Allowance 

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  Scholarship and Sponsorship Program via Penn Foster 

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  Licensure Renewal and Out of State Licensure transfer reimbursements 

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  Uniform Allowance 

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  Cell Phone Discount 

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  YMCA Corporate Memberships 

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  Team building and Volunteer events 

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  Career Development strategies 

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  State of the art newly renovated and expanded hospital setting 

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  And more!   

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Position Responsibilities:   

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  Patient care and triage: Prioritize patient care by performing basic triage, checking in ER patients, determining acuities, and ensuring proper history documentation in EzyVet. 

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  Client and team coordination: Obtain client signatures for estimates, support front desk staff, and liaise between the ER and front desk teams to address questions and patient-related issues. 

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  Patient discharge and records: Assist with patient discharges, ensure all patient records are attached, and manage the transfer of STAT patients when needed. 

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  Regulatory compliance and reporting: Stay current on DEA/controlled drug laws, report medication errors or patient concerns to the Patient Care Manager, and complete necessary competency tests and training. 

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  ER communication and patient flow: Answer ER phone calls, assist with STAT patient needs, and ensure smooth patient flow from arrival to treatment. 

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Requirements:   

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  Highly skilled in veterinary triage, diagnostics and nursing  

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  Must have a strong veterinary medical knowledge and a detailed understanding of common disease processes and pharmacology  

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  Must  be able to perform quick  and efficient diagnostics, treatment, and procedures 

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  Must be exemplary in customer service, critical thinking, team-oriented attitude  

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  Have at least 3+ year(s) of veterinary hospital experience or combination of experience and education  

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  Licensed Technicians preferred but not required 

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  Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus 

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At NVS, we're not just colleagues; we're a supportive community that celebrates victories together, both big and small. Here, you'll thrive in a nurturing learning environment where honing your skills and seeking guidance from teammates is not just encouraged, but embraced. What sets us apart is our commitment to fostering a culture of excellence and compassion. We prioritize patient care and client experience above all else, and we're looking for someone who shares our dedication. Apply today and come experience our supportive environment that will encourage you to be the best technician you can be! 

Physical/Environmental Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of each of these jobs. While performing the duties of any of these positions, the employee is frequently required to bend, stand, stoop, walk, sit, talk, and listen; may be required to walk or stand for long periods of time; will use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; will reach with hands and arms. The employee is often required to lift and carry animals weighing fifty pounds or more; handle dogs weighing up to 150 pounds. 

Nashville, TN 

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com. 

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. 

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation. 

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