Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Internal Medicine

VCA Animal Hospitals • Ontario, CA

116d • $20 - $23

About The Position

Our Internal Medicine Specialty Department has a full time opportunity available for a Veterinary Technician/Assistant. VCA California Veterinary Specialists here in Ontario is the largest 24 hours Emergency and Specialty hospital in the Inland Empire. For over a decade, we have provided exceptional veterinary service and patient care. We take pride in what we do and are looking for a motivated individual who is willing to work with a strong team of individuals in a fast paced environment.

Requirements

• Strong client communication skills.
• Experience with patient restraint and handling.
• Ability to monitor and perform treatments for intensive care patients.
• Experience with venipuncture and IV catheter placement.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Experience in Internal Medicine is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with anesthetic induction and monitoring.
• Familiarity with specialized equipment such as endoscopy.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient histories and present treatment plans to clients.
• Review discharge instructions and medications with clients.
• Provide client education on complex disease processes treated by Internal Medicine.
• Demonstrate strong patient restraint and handling skills.
• Monitor and perform treatments for patients requiring intensive management.
• Recognize significant changes in the patient's condition and notify the Doctor.
• Run in-house lab samples and handle submissions to outside laboratories.
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement.
• Assist in anesthetic induction and monitoring of sensitive and critically ill patients.
• Utilize specialized equipment and clean Storz and Olympus endoscopy equipment.
• Assist the Doctor with ongoing dynamics of specific cases, including call backs and prescription handling.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
• Paid vacation and sick days.
• 401(k) plan.
• Generous employee pet discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services