Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal HospitalsEl Cajon, CA
Onsite

About The Position

VCA Animal Medical Center of El Cajon is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join their team. The mission of this role is to win the confidence of every pet parent by delivering an outstanding client experience, partnering with them for the lifelong care of their companion animals. The skills utilized in this role include surgical preparation and assisting, dentistry and dental radiography, anesthesia monitoring, physical examinations and patient assessment, venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, laboratory work, pharmacy, and compassionate care for hospitalized patients.

Requirements

  • Experienced Veterinary Assistant
  • Credentialing

Responsibilities

  • Surgical preparation and assisting
  • Dentistry and Dental Radiography
  • Anesthesia monitoring
  • Physical examinations and patient assessment
  • Venipuncture
  • Catheter placement
  • Radiology
  • Laboratory work
  • Pharmacy
  • Patient recovery
  • Compassionate care for hospitalized patients

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Pet care discounts
  • Paid vacation
  • Holidays
  • Sick days
  • Health and well-being programs
  • Continuing education
  • Transfer opportunities
  • Specialization opportunities
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Generous employee pet discounts
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