Veterinary Assistant jobs in Lubbock, TX
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
- Grandview Veterinary Clinic
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Odessa, TX
FULL_TIME
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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 veterinarian 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 Grandview 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. - 1 Day Ago
Veterinary Extern - General Practice
- Ethos Veterinary Health
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Odessa, TX
FULL_TIME
- 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 ex...
- 1 Month Ago
Veterinary Extern - General Practice
- Ethos Veterinary Health
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Lubbock, TX
FULL_TIME
- 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 ex...
- 1 Month Ago
Veterinary Technician
- Double J Animal Hospital
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Hobbs, NM
FULL_TIME
- Are you looking for a fulfilling role in a veterinary office where your love for animals can shine, alongside qualities like reliability, sociability, kindness, attention to detail, hard work, compass...
- 30 Days Ago
Veterinarian - Midland TX
- Medical Veterinary Services
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Midland, TX
FULL_TIME
- Who we are: Medical Veterinary Service is a full-service animal hospital providing comprehensive pet healthcare in Midland Texas. We are a general practice clinic with no emergency or on-call hours re...
- 17 Days Ago
Associate Veterinarian
- South Plains Veterinary Clinic
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Slaton, TX
FULL_TIME
- We are a busy, single-doctor mixed animal practice with a very loyal client base. We have a remarkably experienced team of support staff that loves the family environment that our clinic provides. We ...
- 1 Month Ago
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Caregiver / Nursing Assistant
- Vitality Senior Living
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Lubbock, TX
- ** Caregiver / Nursing Assistant** ** Vitality at Shadow Hills** ** Lubbock, TX** **JOB TITLE:** Personal Care Specialis...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Senior Research Compliance Specialist
- Texas Tech University
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Lubbock, TX
- Texas Tech University Senior Research Compliance Specialist Lubbock , Texas Apply Now Performs specialized compliance ac...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Senior Inspector
- Texas Tech University
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Lubbock, TX
- Performs advanced inspections using technical drawings and specifications in all phases of construction with regard to q...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,608 per week
- Hiring Now!
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Lubbock, TX
- KingFish Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lubbock, Texas....
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Ultrasound Technologist - $2,450 per week
- Hiring Now!
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Lubbock, TX
- Coast Medical Service is seeking a travel Ultrasound Technologist for a travel job in Lubbock, Texas. Job Description & ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Service Porter
- Cavender Lexus of Lubbock
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Lubbock, TX
- For over 80 years, the Cavender Auto Family has strived to offer the best dealership experience by proudly serving our c...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Veterinarian
- Cooper Veterinary Clinic
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Lubbock, TX
- Sign on bonus starting at $50k! At Cooper Veterinary Clinic, we are a growing practice, and we are thrilled to be on the...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Automotive Sales Consultant
- Cavender Lexus of Lubbock
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Lubbock, TX
- For over 80 years, the Cavender Auto Family has strived to offer the best dealership experience by proudly serving our c...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Lubbock, Texas
Lubbock (/ˈlʌbək/ LUB-ək)
is the 11th-most populous city in the U.S. state of Texas and the county seat of Lubbock County. With a population of 256,042 in 2015, the city is also the 83rd-most populous in the United States. The city is located in northwestern part of the state, a region known historically and geographically as the Llano Estacado, and ecologically is part of the southern end of the High Plains, lying at the economic center of the Lubbock metropolitan area, which has a projected 2020 population of 327,424.
Lubbock's nickname, "Hub City", derives from it being the economic, educat...
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Income Estimation for Veterinary Assistant jobs
$24,457 to $36,071
Lubbock, Texas area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
were up 1.2% from a year ago
What does a Veterinary Assistant do?
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