Veterinary Assistant - Veterinary Medical Center of Woodland Hills

AmeriVet•Los Angeles, CA

13d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Veterinary Medical Center of Woodland Hills is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join its growing team of five doctors. The hospital emphasizes cross-training, teamwork, and providing high-quality patient care. The role is suited to a compassionate, positive, supportive, and motivated team member who is comfortable with animal handling and restraint, assisting technicians and veterinarians, and communicating with clients. The clinic is fast-paced and is currently remodeling after completing an expansion. Candidates with experience are sought, though the posting says it is willing to train the right candidate. The Veterinary Assistant will help with appointments and treatments, patient preparation and surgical recovery, anesthesia monitoring, diagnostic procedures, medication preparation, client education, and general clinic upkeep. Open availability, including Saturdays, is required.

Requirements

At least two years of experience is sought; the posting also states that experience is required and that the right candidate may be trained.
Comfort with client communication or willingness to develop this skill.
Ability to handle animals with care.
Experience with IV catheter placement, venipuncture, and in-house blood work.
Ability to obtain radiographs with knowledge of proper positioning.
Experience preparing patients for surgery and monitoring anesthesia.
Knowledge of commonly used medications and ability to generate medication labels and fill prescriptions.
Positive, motivating, compassionate, and supportive attitude; ability to work as a team player.
Open availability, including Saturdays.

Nice To Haves

Willingness and motivation to learn.

Responsibilities

Handle and restrain animals with care.
Room patients and assist technicians and veterinarians with appointments and treatments.
Place IV catheters and perform venipuncture and in-house blood work using Idexx.
Obtain radiographs using proper positioning.
Prepare patients for surgery and assist with surgical recovery.
Monitor anesthesia.
Demonstrate procedures for owners, such as ear cleaning and administering medications.
Use knowledge of commonly used medications, generate medication labels, and fill prescriptions.
Communicate with clients and assist them with a positive and helpful attitude.
Clean and restock the clinic.
Work collaboratively with the veterinary team and participate in cross-training.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and pay.
Career development and advancement opportunities.
Access to opportunities at more than 200 AmeriVet partnering-practice locations across the United States.
Referral program.
Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing.
Performance bonuses.
401(k) matching.
Student loan assistance.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Mental health resources.
Generous paid time off and holidays.
Supportive, collaborative work environment.