Veterinary Assistant

Papaya Veterinary Care•Los Angeles, CA

11d•$25 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Veterinary Assistant – GP/Urgent Care – Culver City, Los Angeles We are a transformative veterinary hospital that offers an elevated level of care to both our patients (fur babies) and caregivers (clients). At Papaya Veterinary Care, our journey began with a simple yet powerful realization: veterinary care works best when doctors are empowered to be true medical leaders and business owners. We provide autonomy to our hospital teams while providing the resources and support of a larger veterinary network. We take pride in providing brand new state-of-the-art facilities, medical care led by experienced doctors, and a team of passionate technicians dedicated to delivering the highest level of care possible.  By providing a positive and healthy work culture for our staff, we can commit to creating an exceptional and uplifting experience for all our clients, patients, and employees. Our hospital is in the wonderful neighborhood of Culver City, on the same block as Lodge Bread Company. Our hospital is close to 4000 square feet with spacious lobby designed for comfort of those waiting, urgent care triage, dental suite and a surgery suite, a doctor’s office, and spacious break room for staff to put up their feet. We share a common passion for animals and thrive in a collaborative environment. If you are looking for an elevated experience in veterinary care, you have come to the right place!

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years in veterinary medicine
Comfortable with front and back-office procedures
Strong communication skills, verbal and written; organizational skills; proactive thinking and a positive attitude are also a must.
Willing and able to work in an ever-changing environment.
Self-starters, compassionate and team-oriented people with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
Employment is “at will.

Responsibilities

Assist doctors/RVTs with their outpatient cases and hospitalized patients.
Provide outstanding client communication and education.
Give feedback and receive constructive criticism in real time.
Maintain safe, clean environments.
Adaptability to an ever-changing environment, where urgent or emergent cases will be taken as they arrive.
Provide empathetic and helpful interaction to clients, vendors, peers, and managers.
Provide solid technical skills including but not limited to various blood draw techniques, IV catheter placement, administering drugs various routes, medication calculations, knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs, proper patient handling and housing.
Have sound judgement regarding prioritization, next steps and in communication with clients, vendors, and peers.
Function independently and with a team.
Advocate for the patient while providing exceptional comfort, diagnostic, surgical, and nursing care to all patients.
Provide professional front desk coverage and phone support as needed, ensuring excellent customer service and a positive first impression for visitors
Other duties as assigned.