Veterinary Assistant - Veterinary Medical Center of Woodland Hills

AmeriVet•Woodland Hills, CA

About The Position

Veterinary Medical Center of Woodland Hills is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join a growing team of five doctors. The clinic emphasizes cross-training, teamwork, compassionate patient and client care, and a positive, supportive attitude. The role is in a fast-paced veterinary hospital and includes assisting veterinarians and technicians with appointments, treatments, surgery preparation and recovery, patient handling, diagnostics, and client education. The clinic has recently expanded and is currently remodeling. Candidates with at least two years of experience are sought, though the posting says the clinic is willing to train the right candidate and also states that experience is required.

Requirements

At least two years of experience is sought; the posting also says experience is required, while noting that the clinic is willing to train the right candidate.
Comfort with client communication or willingness to develop this skill.
Ability to handle animals with care.
Ability to place IV catheters.
Ability to perform venipuncture and in-house blood work.
Knowledge of proper positioning when obtaining radiographs.
Experience preparing patients for surgery and monitoring anesthesia.
Knowledge of commonly used medications and ability to generate medication labels and fill prescriptions.
Compassionate, positive, and supportive attitude toward patients, clients, and team members.
Motivation to learn and work as part of a team.
Open availability, including Saturdays.

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 monitor anesthesia.
Assist with surgical recovery.
Educate clients and demonstrate care tasks such as ear cleaning and administering medications.
Use knowledge of commonly used medications, generate medication labels, and fill prescriptions.
Communicate with clients in a positive and helpful manner.
Clean and restock.