AtlasVet is a progressive primary care veterinary practice located in the heart of the Atlas District on H Street. AtlasVet enjoys engaging in the community and sharing the value of the human- animal bond with their clients and patients.

Our Company Culture is:

People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
Service - because every interaction counts

Who you are: A veterinary assistant or licensed veterinary technician. A strong candidate will be team oriented and have 2+ years of experience. The ideal candidate will be excited to take on all of the important responsibilities that this position entails. They apply their professional skills in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, laboratory testing, patient nursing, and client education.

Qualifications

· All employees must be able to read, write legibly, and communicate clearly in English both in person and on the telephone. Employees must have good oral and written communication skills including the ability to listen, talk, write, type, and otherwise communicate with professionalism and tact. Proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation are expected.

· Basic computer literacy including the ability to type on a computer keyboard, use a computer mouse, and view information on a computer screen is required.

· Employees must have the physical strength and ability to lift and carry a pet or other object weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Must be able to assist in lifting patients or other objects weighing more than 50 pounds.

· Must be able to work energetically for the entire assigned shift, sometimes exceeding 9 – 10 hours per day. Physical exertion will include repetitive standing, walking, stooping, bending, twisting, and lifting. Must be able to grasp, hold, and manipulate objects varying from small and fine to large and heavy with both hands.

· Employees must be able to safely and competently operate equipment pertinent to carrying out their duties.

· Employees must physically hold and restrain patients who may struggle, scratch, or try to bite. This requires the emotional ability to remain calm and compassionate with animals who are reacting to fear and/or pain and the physical strength, dexterity, and reflexes to keep the patient, themselves, and other doctors or staff safe.

· Employees must be able to view physical symptoms or medical problems, read medical instruments, and follow handwritten instructions.

· Employees must be able to make independent decisions and solve complex problems.

Salary is dependent on experience and licensing.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $36.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Washington, DC 20002: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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