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Are you passionate about helping animals and eager to grow your clinical skills in a fast-paced environment? AtMetropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA), we recognize that ourEmergency Veterinary Technician Assistantsare essential team members who help ensure our patients receive urgent, life-saving care. If you thrive under pressure, love problem-solving, and enjoy collaborating with a dedicated team, this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

Our Mission

Our goal is simple but profound:to improve the lives of pets, their families, and our communityby providing compassionate, high-quality specialty and emergency care. If you share our passion for animal well-being and collaborative teamwork, we d love you to explore this opportunity.

Who We Are

• We are aleading specialty and emergency hospital, housed in astate-of-the-art 25,000-square-foot facilityequipped to handle a wide range of complex cases.
• With13 specialty departments, our team includes top experts in fields such as internal medicine, surgery, cardiology, and more, ensuring comprehensive care for our patients.
• Our culture is built oncontinuous learning, mentorship, and genuine support, which means you ll have ample opportunities to expand your skills alongside leaders in the industry.

What You ll Do

As anEmergency Veterinary Assistantat MVA, you will play a key role in supporting our emergency department, helping our technicians and veterinarians provide rapid, high-quality care. In this position, you will:

• Assist with triage, anesthesia, surgery and discharge preparation.
• Provide hands-on supportduring emergency procedures helping with patient restraint, positioning, and basic treatments.
• Prepare and restock treatment areaswith necessary supplies and ensure equipment is clean, organized, and readily available.
• Communicate compassionately with pet parentsanswer basic questions, direct them to the appropriate team member, and offer a comforting presence during stressful times.
• Perform basic laboratory tasks, such as setting up samples for testing and collecting vital patient data under the guidance of a technician or veterinarian.
• Collaborate with emergency technicians and doctors, sharing crucial updates and contributing to an efficient, team-oriented work environment.

We don t just get through the workday; weembrace the challenges and triumphsthat come with providing emergency care. You ll be surrounded by professionals who share your commitment to excellence and a genuine passion for animal welfare.

Anticipated Schedule

This is afull-timeposition with the following available schedule:

• Sunday-Wednesday:4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
• Please note that someholidaysare required.

Compensation

• Starting at$19.00/hour, will include a 15%shift differential

What s in It for You?

At MVA, we take care of our team in the same way we care for our patients wholeheartedly. We offer:

• Supportive culturewith social events&team-building activities
• Competitive paid time off&holiday pay
• Paid volunteer time off
• Education Assistance Program&tuition reimbursement
• Career growth&training opportunitiesto help you advance your skills and knowledge supported by our dedicated Education and Development team.
• Continuing education paid time off and allowance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental health-focused servicesto ensure you thrive both personally and professionally
• 401(k) plan with a strong employer match
• Significant employee pet care discount
• Annual uniform allowanceso you re always prepared for the next case
• A workplace where you ll feelvalued, heard, and excitedto come to work each day

We know changing jobs can be a big step. Wetreat every interview as confidential, and if you d prefer an informal conversation first, we re happy to do that. We genuinely love what we do and welcome the chance to share our passion with you!

What We re Looking For

We re seekingEmergency Veterinary Assistantswho excel in a dynamic setting and find fulfillment in helping pets in need. You likely have:

• Previous experiencein a veterinary, animal care, or shelter environment (preferred, but not required if you have a strong desire to learn)
• Solid communication skills, especially under pressure, and a keen ability to collaborate in a team-focused environment
• Basic knowledgeof animal handling, restraint, and common veterinary terminology (or a willingness to learn quickly)
• A calm, organized demeanorcapable of juggling multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting
• Attention to detailand a commitment to accuracy when handling medical records, supplies, and patient care
• Apassion for continuous learning, welcoming every shift as a chance to refine your skills and knowledge

If you re driven by the opportunity tosupport life-saving care, grow your career, and work alongside a passionate, dedicated team,apply todayand join Metropolitan Veterinary Associates in making a difference for pets and their families!

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