Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
VCA Noah's Ark Animal Hospital in Goleta, CA, is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join their team. They are dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care to companion and exotic pets in Santa Barbara County and are looking for a passionate and motivated individual to help complete their healthcare team. As a member of the VCA Noah's Ark team, you will support other vet assistants, technicians, and doctors by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients. Your mission is to provide an excellent client experience and deliver exceptional patient care.
Requirements
- Support other vet assistants, technicians, and doctors
- Create a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients
- Provide an excellent client experience
- Deliver exceptional patient care
Responsibilities
- All aspects of patient care
- Physical patient assessment
- Animal handling and restraint
- IM, IV, SQ injections
- Nursing care/hospitalization treatments
- Client communication
- Pharmacy
- Laboratory work
- Hands Free Digital Radiography
- Venipuncture, IV catheter placement, IV fluid therapy
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical preparation and assisting
- Dental cleanings/dental radiography
- Patient Recovery
Benefits
- Continuing education
- Personal career development
- Leadership opportunities
- Career development programs
- Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
- Continuing education
- Free mental health and wellness subscriptions
- Competitive wage
- Life, long and short-term disability insurance
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid vacation/sick days
- 401(k)
- 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
