Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal HospitalsGoleta, CA
$17 - $25Onsite

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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