Job Description

Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital is thrilled to announce openings for our Veterinary Assistant paid training program .

This is a full-time paid position providing comprehensive training introducing the foundations to explore further career opportunities in the veterinary medical field. No previous veterinary experience required!

About Us: At Port City, we are on a mission to advance the future of veterinary medicine. Our facility is equipped with Digital Radiography, Ultrasound, CT, and MRI supporting our nine veterinary specialties. Your contribution to patient care is highly valued, and we support your journey toward specialty certification.

What to Expect:

• Hands-On Experience: Work and earn for 30 to 40 hours per week in our state-of-the-art hospital with a scheduled rotation through each specialty.
• Blended Curriculum: Engage in a dynamic curriculum that combines online learning with hands-on training.
• Paid Learning Time: Receive dedicated time to complete the online portion of your training.
• Guidance from Experts : Partner with a veterinary training expert who will ensure you have all the information and resources needed for success.

Upon Completion of the Program, You Will Be:

• Skilled and Knowledgeable: Proficient in animal hygiene and husbandry, patient handling, medical terminology, sanitation, laboratory testing, and record-keeping.
• Eligible to take a nationally approved exam and receive corresponding credentials.
• Ready for Advancement: Encouraged to consider a full-time position within one of our specialty departments nationwide!

Compensation:

• $15.75 - $17.75 pending skill leveling assessment

Anticipated Schedule:

• Three- 12-hour shifts or Four 10-hour shifts (depending upon educational rotation)
• Days and/or overnights
• One weekend day per week
• Holiday assignments are based on seniority

Requirements of our Approved Veterinary Assistant Program:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to read, write, and speak English is required
• Knowledge and practical application of basic math (including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) is required.
• Able to work overnights, some holidays and weekends, as needed

Full-Time Benefits Include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Employee Pet Discount
• CE Allowance
• Uniform Allowance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Partnership with Purdue Veterinary Technology program & scholarship opportunities

Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with Port City Referral Hospital!

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.

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Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, 1 day per week,

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