Neurology Veterinary Medical Assistant

The Triangle's premier emergency and multi-specialty veterinary hospital is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Veterinary Medical Assistant (VMA) to join our growing neurology team. This is an amazing opportunity for a hardworking, dedicated, veterinary professional who is excited to grow their skills and knowledge base. We provide 24-hour emergency service and specialty referrals in neurology, surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, oncology, diagnostic imaging, and rehabilitation. We are looking for a veterinary medical team member who wants to utilize their skills to the fullest potential in a collaborative, fun, and fast-paced environment.

Members of the neurology team function with a great deal of autonomy and responsibility. Solid technical skills and knowledge base, sound judgment, and the ability to function both independently and with a team are required. The successful applicant will be organized, demonstrate strong verbal and written communication, and apply critical thinking.

The neurology team treats patients with a wide variety of neurologic conditions and diseases. The primary role of the Neurology VMA is to assist the clinician and other medical team members with a variety of diagnostics and procedures. It is not required to have all the skills necessary to be a neurology VMA but a positive approach and willingness to learn is imperative.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Assist with advanced imaging and diagnostic procedures: MRI, CSF collection, CT scans
• Patient preparation for neurosurgery and in some instances assist with neurosurgery; prepare anesthetic and surgical equipment/supplies for various procedures
• Provide nursing care to hospitalized patients and medical care for outpatients, including medication calculations and administration, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, digital radiography
• Maintain patient’s treatment sheets and medical records under direction of clinician
• Effectively communicate with clients including facilitating appointments, obtaining patient histories, client education, and phone follow-ups
• Maintain and care for anesthesia, neurology, and imaging equipment
• Ensure adequate stocking of supplies for MRI, neurology workspaces including operating room, and surgery preparation area
• Understand and follow hospital policies (including radiation safety, OSHA standards, biosecurity protocols, etc.)
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment with all team members
  
  
  

In addition to a competitive salary, TVRH offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health, vision, and dental
• HSA and FSA Plans
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity
• Life Insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Paid Parental Leave
  
  
  

Internal benefits include PTO, CE PTO and allowance, uniform allowance, and veterinary services discount.