Location: Louisville, KY
Company: Jefferson Animal Hospitals
experienced LVT's and see how exciting emergency medicine can be Perform diagnostics, x-rays and discuss cases with our experienced LVT's and on the job trained assistants. Flexible scheduling during your two week stay with us. We are 24 hours and can accommodate any schedule.
Observe or assist with surgeries such as foreign body, bloat, cystotomy, c-sections along with laceration repairs and other trauma cases. Observe ultrasound and echocardiogram with an experienced and seasoned veterinarian. Observe and follow hospitalized cases to see ongoing treatment and progress of the patients. Observe Technician Rounds of hospitalized cases and experience our excellent continuity of care. Observe
and assist in triaging emergency trauma and internal medicine cases. We offer school required externships as well with the possibility of joining the team as a paid member.
Housing is available depending on availability. No pets please. This is an opportunity that does not include monetary compensation for hours worked unless special arrangements are made.
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skills in a state of the art facility with highly skilled support staff. Y ou will be navigating a variety of challenging diagnostic cases, with an emphasis on emergencies, internal medicine and surgeries. All experience levels are encouraged to apply! We are a teaching hospital with an exceptional doctor mentoring program!
What JAH offers you: Flexible Scheduling with 3-4 day work weeks Employee Assistance Program to promote a healthy work/life balance Paid Vacation Never be on call! Positive work environment Opportunity to gain surgery and internal medicine experience Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life, Disability, AFLAC Great Benefits Package that can be used for Professional Dues
and Fees including DEA, AVMA, KVMA, AAHA, PLIT Continued Education Uniforms Generous weekend and night shift differentials Part time and relief positions also available Salary and Benefits negotiable depending on experience, skill set and shifts worked.
About Our Hospital We have 63 amazing staff members, including 13 doctors, who strive to provide the best care possible for our patients. 40% of our staff have been here 5 years or more. Jefferson Animal Hospital and Regional Emergency Center , an AAHA accredited practice, is an industry leader as a 24 hour Emergency Center and wellness practice. We are exceptionally equipped to continue caring for the animals in our community, as we have since 1980.
Opportunities: Observe highly trained and experienced Licensed Technicians as well as Veterinarians and assistants in an accredited AAHA hospital Learn how to interact with clients during outpatient visits and in emergency situations Learn how valuable Technicians are to our veterinary team and experience collaboration with the best vets in town!
See a large variety of cases from trauma to internal medicine cases and everything in between Experience the highest degree of teamwork Observe techs working with hospitalized pets and learn all about caring for our patients and the role that our ICU Techs play in their care This is an opportunity that does not include monetary compensation for
hours worked. However, employment opportunities exist and applications for employment are welcome once your job shadow is completed. Jefferson Animal Hospital and Regional Emergency Center Come learn from our growing AAHA accredited practice in Louisville, KY.
Experienced doctors and technicians on premises 24 hours a day. Open 24 hours since 1980 for both emergency and wellness services 8,000 +sq ft facility is state of the art equipped with: Ultrasound, Flexible and rigid endoscopy, Surgery and therapeutic laser, We are the first Regional Animal Blood Bank in Louisville For more information, please visit our website at .
