Veterinary Assistant jobs in Alexandria, LA
Veterinary Assistant prepares treatment room for examination of animals; restrains animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal. Being a Veterinary Assistant requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to be certified/licensed. Additionally, Veterinary Assistant is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision of a veterinarian. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Veterinary Extern - General Practice
- Ethos Veterinary Health
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Leesville, LA
FULL_TIME
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Job Description
An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice, and to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all have some things in common: an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.Students will work closely with the supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.Most externship experiences at Entrance Road Veterinary Clinic range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.
Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.
NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.
NVA 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, NVA 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.NVA 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.- < Back to search results
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Veterinary Extern - General Practice
- NVA
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Leesville, LA
FULL_TIME
- Description & Requirements An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice, and to gain valuable hands-on ...
- 22 Days Ago
Veterinary Technician/Registrar
- City of Alexandria, LA
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Alexandria, LA
FULL_TIME
- This classification performs technical tasks associated with the health and veterinary care of the animal collection and administrative tasks in the maintenance of animal records for the City of Alexa...
- 24 Days Ago
Medical Assistant
- Rapides Regional Physician Group
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Pineville, LA
FULL_TIME
- Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an...
- 8 Days Ago
Assistant Manager
- Checkers & Rally's
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Natchitoches, LA
FULL_TIME
- PURPOSE OF YOUR WORKAt Checkers & Rally’s we make a difference in people’s lives by serving our Franchisees, Teams, and Guests. As a member of the team you will assist the General Manager with executi...
- 8 Days Ago
Assistant Manager
- Wendy's
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Mansura, LA
FULL_TIME
- Why Wendy's Assistant Manager will assist the General Manager in day to day restaurant operations and managing staff performance. Supported by your General Manager, you will be given the opportunity t...
- 9 Days Ago
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Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Rapides Regional Medical Center
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Alexandria, LA
- Description Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring ...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Certified Respiratory Therapist Technician CRTT
- Rapides Regional Medical Center
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Alexandria, LA
- Description Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring ...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Rapides Regional Medical Center
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Alexandria, LA
- Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a Respiratory Therapist you want with your current empl...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Ultrasound Technician PRN
- Rapides Regional Physician Group – Women’s Health Clinic
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Alexandria, LA
- Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Ultrasound Technician PRN you want with your curr...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
NICU Respiratory Therapist
- Rapides Regional Medical Center
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Alexandria, LA
- Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a Respiratory Therapist you want with your current empl...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Registered Respiratory Therapist
- HCA
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Alexandria, LA
- Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
Registered Nurse Trauma
- HCA
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Alexandria, LA
- Introduction Do you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for ...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
RN Registered Nurse Emergency Room
- Rapides Regional Medical Center
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Alexandria, LA
- Description Introduction Are you looking for a place to deliver excellent care patients deserve? At Rapides Regional Med...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Alexandria, Louisiana
Alexandria is the ninth-largest city in the state of Louisiana and is the parish seat of Rapides Parish, Louisiana, United States. It lies on the south bank of the Red River in almost the exact geographic center of the state. It is the principal city of the Alexandria metropolitan area (population 153,922) which encompasses all of Rapides and Grant parishes. Its neighboring city is Pineville. In 2010, the population was 47,723, an increase of 3 percent from the 2000 census....
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Veterinary Assistant jobs
$23,992 to $35,385
Alexandria, Louisiana area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
were up 1.2% from a year ago
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