Southern Veterinary Partners is hiring: Overnight Veterinary Assistant in New Or

Join to apply for the Overnight Veterinary Assistant role at East Riverside Veterinary Hospital, located in uptown New Orleans, LA. Our state-of-the-art facility opened in July 2022 and offers comprehensive care including advanced surgeries, dentistry, and innovative treatments. We pride ourselves on a culture of compassion, treating each pet as our own, with a supportive environment fostering growth and learning. We welcome you to join us at East Riverside Veterinary Hospital.

We are offering a $250 sign-on bonus to qualified candidates upon hire.

Position overview

We are seeking an Overnight Veterinary Assistant to join our growing hospital to provide exceptional care to our patients. The overnight assistant provides essential care and support for animals in the veterinary hospital during nighttime hours. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong commitment to animal care and the ability to work independently. When you join our organization as an Overnight Veterinary Assistant, you gain access to a peer network of over 5000 individuals, 100% tuition reimbursement for accredited Vet Tech programs, and Learning & Development programs to help you meet your career goals.

Responsibilities

• Patient Monitoring: Continuously observe hospitalized animals, noting any changes in their condition and reporting them to the veterinarian or technician.
• Assisting With Treatments: Administer medications, perform treatments as directed.
• Maintaining Cleanliness: Ensure kennels, cages, and treatment areas are clean and sanitary, adhering to infection control protocols.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including vital signs, medications administered, and any changes in condition.
• Emergency Care: Be prepared to assist with emergency situations, including providing CPR, administering life-saving techniques, and stabilizing patients until a veterinarian can intervene.
• Basic Animal Care: Feed, water, and provide basic care for animals, ensuring their comfort and well-being.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED certificate
• Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts
• Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling
• Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment, be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Mental Health Counseling
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Long & Short-term Disability Insurance
• Teledoc - FREE doctor access 24/7

About Mission Pet Health

Veterinarian-led. People-focused. Pet-obsessed. That’s Mission Pet Health in a nutshell. We were founded by veterinarians who believe local practices thrive when autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence lead the way. Driving our award-winning culture are our WAG values - Work Together, Amaze, and Grow - which fuel us to drive a tangible, lasting impact for our teams, the communities we serve, and the pets we care for.