Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
VCA Pacific Petcare Animal Hospital is a progressive 2-doctor hospital located in Carmel Valley, San Diego, CA. We are looking for a talented Veterinary Assistant with a strong work ethic, high-quality patient care, and exceptional client service. Candidates should enjoy working in a fast-paced, detail-oriented work environment. Our doctors and staff enjoy seeing cats and dogs. We offer preventive care, dentistry and surgery, acupuncture, and laser services. If you are looking for the right creative collaboration and utilization of your highly sought-after skill set, our hospital is the place for you! At VCA Pacific Petcare, our team members are genuinely valued, respected, and celebrated for the incredible care they provide every day. As an AAHA-accredited hospital, we pride ourselves on practicing low-stress handling to ensure every pet’s visit is as comfortable and compassionate as possible. We’re equipped with advanced technology, including cold laser therapy and a state-of-the-art dental X-ray machine, with hands-on dental training led by an experienced RVT. Located just five minutes from beautiful Del Mar Beach and surrounded by charming boutiques within walking distance, VCA Pacific Petcare offers an exceptional place to grow your career while enjoying the best of coastal living.
Requirements
- Strong work ethic
- High-quality patient care
- Exceptional client service
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced, detail-oriented work environment
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on dental training led by an experienced RVT
Responsibilities
- Physical examinations and patient assessment
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical preparation and assisting
- Dentistry
- Radiology
- Laboratory work
- Venipuncture
- Catheter placement
- Pharmacy
- Patient recovery
- Client Communication
- Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals
- Support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.
- Win the confidence of every pet parent by delivering an outstanding client experience, so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Pet care discounts
- Paid vacation
- Holidays
- Sick days
- Health and well-being programs that provide resources and training
- Generous employee pet discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
