Veterinary Jobs in Metairie, LA
About Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana:
Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana, formally West Esplanade Veterinary Clinic, is Louisiana’s only veterinarian that provides care exclusively to avian and exotic pets. From parrots to rabbits and ferrets to a wide variety of reptiles, as well as a multitude of small mammal exotic pets, we welcome them all to our practice! Located in Metairie, LA, we proudly service the Greater New Orleans metropolitan area as well as South Louisiana and the Mississippi Coast.
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About our Clinic:
Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana is a very busy exotics-only veterinary hospital. Our Kennel technicians are an integral part of our mission to provide the highest quality of veterinary medical services and compassion to the animals under our care while communicating with our clientele regarding up to date exotic animal pet care recommendations.
A key role of the our kennel technicians is assisting our veterinarians, caring for patients, cleaning facilities, and communicating with our support staff and clients in regards to the health and well being of the beloved pets under our care. If you like to help animals while seeing something new and interesting each day in a fast paced, exciting environment, then we would love to meet you!
Responsibilities:
- Providing food and water at appropriate times for the animals under your care.
- Cleaning kennels, cages, and facilities.
- Maintaining accurate medical records.
- Mopping, sweeping, and disposing of clinic trash.
- Cleaning dishes and laundry for the facility,
- Cleaning clinic bathrooms.
- Sorting and shredding of paper to be used in animal cages.
- Observing animals health condition and communicating with the veterinarian.
- Communicate with support staff and clients about health of pets.
- Interacting with clients when dropping off or picking up pets from boarding.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a veterinary setting is preferred. One year or more experience in a veterinary clinic is preferred.
- Knowledge of exotics a plus but not necessary.
- High school diploma.
- Must be a team player and work well with staff and clients.
- Ability to prioritize in accordance with hospital procedures.
- Ability to communicate, follow instructions, and multitask effectively.
- The position requires working weekdays, some weekends, occasional overtime and holidays.
Staff arrive earlier then opening hours to complete morning duties.. Staff does not leave at the end of closing. Depending on the day, you should not expect to leave until about an hour or more after closing. Sundays are closed but you are required to come in the morning to take care of the animals that are in hospital.
Hours of operation are M-F, 8:30am -5pm, Saturday, 8am-Noon.
Interviews are by appointment only.
Please apply using the form below and upload your resume.
COVID-19 considerations:
We are operating under hybrid curbside restrictions. It is optional for staff to wear masks, waiting room is closed, and a certain amount of clients are allowed in rooms.
Busy exotics only veterinary hospital is seeking a PART/FULL TIME RECEPTIONIST.
Knowledge of veterinary medicine and Avimark software a plus, but not required.
Must work well with the public and be a team member. We are looking for a fast learner, polite and out going, and willing to work.
The work week is approximately 25-32 hours a week and requires working some Saturday shifts and filling in for the other receptionists during their vacation or other PTO.
Our hours are M-F, 8:30am-5pm and Saturday's 8am-Noon.
Please send your resume through Indeed. Interviews are by appointment only.
Our address is 3635 N. I-10 Service Rd., W., Metairie, LA 70002
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: From $10.00 per hour
About our Clinic:
Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana is a very busy exotics only veterinary hospital. Our veterinary assistants and technicians are an integral part of our mission to provide the highest quality of veterinary medical services and compassion to the animals under our care while communicating with our clientele regarding up to date exotic animal pet care recommendations.
A key role of the our veterinary assistants and technicians is assisting our veterinarians, caring for patients, and communicating with our support staff and clients in regards to the health and well being of the beloved pets under our care. If you like to help animals while seeing something new and interesting each day in a fast paced, exciting environment, then we would love to meet you and have you JOIN OUR TEAM!!
Responsibilities:
- Assisting the veterinarian during exams, diagnostics, and surgical procedures.
- Maintaining accurate medical records.
- Administering medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Cleaning cages, equipment, and rooms.
- Feeding and cleaning animals under our care.
- Observing animals health condition and communicating with the veterinarian.
- Communicate with support staff and clients about health of pets.
Requirements:
- It is preferable, but not required to have previous experience with birds, rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, various reptiles or other small exotic pets.
- One year or more experience in a veterinary clinic is preferred.
- A willingness to learn about laboratory equipment and surgery is essential
- High school diploma.
- Must be a team player and work well with staff and clients.
- Ability to prioritize in accordance with hospital procedures.
- Ability to communicate, follow instructions, and multitask effectively.
- The position requires working weekdays, some weekends, occasional overtime and some holidays.
Staff arrive earlier than opening hours to complete morning treatments. Sundays are closed but once you are trained, you will be scheduled to come in 1 or 2 Sundays a month to come in the morning or evening to administer treatments for animals that are being hospitalized.
Hours of operation are M-F, 8:30am -5pm, Saturday, 8am-Noon.
Interviews are by appointment only.
Please apply using the form below and upload your resume.
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June B.
Dr. Rich is winner of the Oxbow Exotic Mammal Health Award, lecturer at many Exotic veterinary conferences, and deeply involved in local area projects. Twenty years have passed and in that time I cannot begin to count the number of rabbits treated there, all with the best of care. My job as a rescuer of rabbits has been made easier with the support of Dr. Rich, Dr. Pence and the Staff.
Rick R.
I have been dealing with the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana (formerly West Esplanade Veterinary Clinic), Dr. Rich and Dr. Pence, since 2006. They are the premier exotics only vet in the Gulf South and one of a small handful that are experienced with chinchillas. Every chinchilla surrendered to us is taken there for a comprehensive wellness check-up. Many have been treated for a variety of conditions, both minor and serious. After having more than 100 chinchillas seen there, I could not be more pleased with the competency, courtesy and caring exhibited by everyone there. Many of our animals are enjoying happier and healthier lives because of Dr. Rich and Dr. Pence.
Tom and Tracey L.
We have been breeders of exotic parrots since 1998. Dr. Rich and staff are our first and only stop to make sure the breeders we buy are healthy. The professionalism of Dr. Rich and his staff far exceed our expectations. Regardless the outcome of the exam we know we can trust the results and advice given by Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana (formerly West Esplanade Veterinary Clinic). The clinic is always clean and the staff friendly. We highly recommend all clients set up an appointment to meet Dr. Rich and/or Dr. Pence. Don’t wait until it’s an emergency. Well visits are very important to maintain healthy happy animals. We are very fortunate to have such well respected, professional and caring exotic veterinarians in our area.
Ashley G., DVM
Dr. Rich is the avian expert! The clinic is state of the art, the boarding facility has large, clean cages and the team is very caring. It's with great confidence that I refer my avian patients to Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana (formerly West Esplanade Veterinary Clinic).
Karen and Steve M.
My family and I have been associated with Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana (formerly West Esplanade Veterinary Clinic) for 14 years now. Dr. Rich has received countless awards for his many accomplishments. He is forward-thinking; always in touch with the latest technology and procedures. His leading edge approach has kept my exotic pets healthy and happy!
Maurice G. and Brenda B.
In June 2013 we opened Bon Temps Ferret Rescue and shortly after contacted Dr. Rich at Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana (formerly West Esplanade Veterinary Clinic). Living almost three hours away, we had questions before making the trip with some of our little ones rescued from various situations. Dr. Rich, Dr. Pence and their staff have taken time to return our calls regardless of what day of the week. We have brought in ferrets with varying degrees of medical needs and have always been served in the most professional and caring manner, not only for the ferrets but for us as well in some critical times."