Job Description
Small Animal Veterinary Emergency Services (SAVES)is looking for talented individuals that are eager to jump-start their career in the animal health field. We are offering entry level, full-time positions, which include a
paid training program providing an introduction to the veterinary field.
This position
does not require any previous veterinary hospital or animal experience. You will be enrolled and be required to complete Ethos’ Approved
Veterinary Assistant program which includes a blended curriculum of online and hands-on training designed to prepare the Veterinary Assistant to sit for a national credentialing exam administered by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA). After obtaining a passing score on this exam, you will receive the credential of Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA).
The primary responsibility of the
Veterinary Assistant is to provide support and assistance to the veterinary medical staff. The Veterinary Assistant
must embody the culture of treating every client and colleague with the utmost courteous and attentive treatment possible , with a keen sensitivity to the emotional bond between owners and their pets.
Compensation is $17/hour for this entry level role.
- Overnight shifts come with $4.50 pay differential
Schedule: - Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7pm-7am
- Overnight shifts come with $4.50 pay differential
Responsibilities: - Maintain a safe and clean work environment, including but not limited to the cleanliness of laundry, floors, and cages.
- Assist with basic animal restraint
- Provide basic animal husbandry and hygiene between patients
- Basic record keeping procedures
- Ensure proper stocking of medical supplies and janitorial needs
- Essential job functions include walking, standing, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, writing, hearing, seeing, speaking, and sitting.
Requirements: - High school diploma or equivalent required; candidates from vocational co-op programs also considered
- Ability to read, write, and speak English is required
- Knowledge and practical application of basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division is required
- We are seeking individuals who have strong emotional competencies; those that are self-aware, have infectious positive attitudes, authenticity and caring toward others
- Have strong computer skills to work with a paperless information system.
About Us: SAVES is not just a veterinary hospital; it's a community hub for compassionate care and innovation. As
one of the only 24-hour emergency veterinary hospitals in northern New Hampshire , we are at the forefront of providing exceptional emergency and specialty services to our beloved furry friends.
Our mission is to advance the veterinary profession through our leadership in medicine, education, business and promotion of the human-animal bond. We encourage and empower our technicians to utilize their skills, have input into case management and patient care, think critically, work autonomously, further their knowledge and education, and pursue specialty certification if so desired.
The Area: SAVES, located in Lebanon, NH, is a true New England picturesque town in the heart of the vibrant Upper Valley region. Nestled perfectly at the center of all the outdoors activity New Hampshire and Vermont have to offer, Lebanon, NH is the ideal location for anyone with a four-season love of the outdoors. Despite the vast access to the outdoors, Lebanon and neighboring Hanover are also bustling with restaurants, theatre, museums, shops and culture thanks to the presence of Dartmouth College and its diverse student body.
Benefits: - CE Allowance
- Uniform Allowance
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday = DOUBLE TIME!
- Employee Pet Discount
- 401k
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- HSA/FSA
- Ask us about certification assistance!
For more information about our hospital, please visit .
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.
Job Tags
Full time, Local area, Night shift,