Full-Time Veterinary Assistant - Gentle Care Pet Clinic
About The Position
Gentle Care Pet Clinic in Long Beach, California, is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join its small-animal practice, which has served pets and families since 1997. The clinic provides personalized care for dogs and cats, including wellness and preventive care, dentistry, diagnostics and imaging, surgery, and pharmacy support. The ideal candidate has at least one year of clinical Veterinary Assistant experience and is interested in building a long-term relationship with the practice. The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care, treatment, and daily clinical operations. The role includes handling and restraining animals, preparing patients and clinical areas, assisting with procedures and diagnostics, monitoring patients, administering treatments as directed, and maintaining accurate records and clean, well-stocked work areas. Candidates should be comfortable with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration through multiple routes, and anesthesia monitoring.
Requirements
- At least one year of hands-on experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a clinical veterinary setting.
- Practical experience supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care, treatment, and daily clinical operations.
- Proficiency in venipuncture.
- Proficiency in placing intravenous (IV) catheters.
- Experience administering medications orally, topically, subcutaneously (SQ), intramuscularly (IM), and intravenously (IV).
- Experience monitoring patients under anesthesia.
- Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and promptly communicate concerns to the veterinary team.
- Strong animal handling, patient restraint, and basic patient care skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Dependable, accountable, professional, and willing to contribute to the success of the practice.
- Interest in a long-term working relationship and continued professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Assist the veterinary team with patient restraint, handling, and treatment.
- Prepare examination rooms and patients for appointments.
- Obtain and record patient weights and basic vital signs.
- Assist with collecting and preparing laboratory samples.
- Prepare and maintain surgical and treatment areas.
- Assist with surgical and dental procedures as directed.
- Monitor and care for patients before, during, and after procedures.
- Clean, disinfect, and maintain kennels, treatment areas, and equipment.
- Administer medications and treatments as directed and within the applicable scope of practice.
- Assist with radiographs and other diagnostic procedures.
- Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
- Stock and maintain clinical supplies and equipment.
- Communicate patient updates and concerns to the veterinary team.
Benefits
- Referral program.
- Career development and advancement opportunities.
- Continuing education programs provided by AmeriVet at no cost.
- Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing.
- Competitive pay and performance bonuses.
- 401(k) matching.
- Student loan assistance.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Mental health resources.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Supportive, collaborative environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
