Veterinary Assistant – Specialty Services

Ethos Veterinary Health•San Marcos, CA

8d•$19 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County is seeking Veterinary Assistants to join their Specialty Services team. Successful candidates may be placed within either the Neurology or Medical Oncology departments. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside board-certified specialists and advanced diagnostic equipment, providing exceptional care to patients with complex medical conditions. The hospital is a 24-hour specialty and emergency facility dedicated to advancing veterinary medicine through patient care, education, innovation, and collaboration. They offer resources such as an onsite Veterinary Social Worker, wellness programs, competitive compensation, and continuing education opportunities, prioritizing teamwork and growth.

Requirements

Previous veterinary experience required
Strong communication and client service skills
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a team
Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Nice To Haves

Passionate about patient care
Enjoys learning and growing within veterinary medicine
Thrives in a collaborative specialty environment
Remains calm and professional during busy situations
Dependable, reliable, and detail-oriented
Enjoys building relationships with clients and coworkers

Responsibilities

Assisting veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatments
Monitoring patient comfort and reporting changes in condition
Administering medications, treatments, and nursing care as directed
Collecting patient histories and maintaining accurate medical records
Performing in-house laboratory testing and specimen preparation
Preparing prescriptions and reviewing discharge instructions with clients
Assisting with advanced diagnostic procedures and imaging
Supporting patient preparation and recovery for procedures
Maintaining treatment areas and equipment
Providing exceptional client communication and education
Advocating for patient well-being throughout their hospital stay
Assisting with advanced imaging procedures including MRI, CT, radiology, ultrasound, and fluoroscopy (Neurology)
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Monitoring oncology patients during treatments and procedures (Oncology)
Assisting with diagnostics, bloodwork, and long-term patient management (Oncology)
Building ongoing relationships with patients and families undergoing cancer treatment (Oncology)