Experienced Relief Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals • Hermosa Beach, CA

117d • $17 - $22

About The Position

Fantastic opportunity for a Relief Veterinary Assistant with experience to join our AMAZING and FRIENDLY team at VCA Coast Animal Hospital in the heart of Hermosa Beach! VCA Coast Animal Hospital is seeking a Relief Veterinary Assistant to join our AAHA-accredited, 4-doctor practice in Hermosa Beach, California. Position available for a Relief, experienced Veterinary Assistant. Responsibilities require proficiency in Phlebotomy, IV Catheter Placement as well as stress free handling, digital radiography, administration of vaccines and medications. The ideal candidate will also possess great attendance, client communication skills and superior customer service skills, attention to detail and a desire to work in a great team atmosphere. Salary will be based on the level of experience.

Requirements

• Must have documented previous Animal Hospital experience
• Animal Handling
• Excellent communications skills
• Customer service skills including Phone skills
• Working knowledge of computers
• Flexibility in hours including but not limited to evenings, weekends and holidays
• Team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments

Nice To Haves

• Anesthesia monitoring (Preferred but not required)
• Dentistry (Preferred but not required)
• Capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties that will be expected in the job
• Must be friendly, outgoing, 'People oriented'

Responsibilities

• Venipuncture
• Catheter placement
• Radiology
• Physical examinations, patient assessment and record keeping
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Dentistry
• Laboratory work
• Pharmacy
• Patient recovery
• Compassionate care for hospitalized patients
• Client Relations
• Housekeeping/Maintenance

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid vacation/sick days
• 401(k)
• Generous employee pet discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level