Full-Time Veterinary Assistant - Growth & CE Perks

AmeriVet; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

Career development opportunities

CE programs provided by AmeriVet

Job summary

Gentle Care Pet Clinic in Long Beach, CA seeks a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate has prior Veterinary Assistant experience and Saturday availability.

Join a dedicated team focused on compassionate care for dogs and cats, including wellness, dentistry, diagnostics, and surgery support. You will assist with patient handling, exam room prep, vitals, lab work, radiographs, and post-procedure care.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a clinical environment.
• Reliable and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the veterinary team with patient restraint, handling, and treatment.
• Prepare exam rooms and patients for appointments.
• Obtain and record patient weights and basic vital signs.
• Assist with collecting and preparing laboratory samples.
• Prepare and maintain surgical and treatment areas.
• Assist with surgical and dental procedures as directed.
• Monitor and care for patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain kennels, treatment areas, and equipment.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed and within applicable scope of practice.
• Assist with radiographs and other diagnostic procedures.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
• Stock and maintain clinical supplies and equipment.
• Communicate patient updates and concerns to the veterinary team.

Skills

Experience as veterinary assistant

Animal handling skills

Communication and teamwork

Multi-tasking and prioritization

Reliability

Job description

Gentle Care Pet Clinic in Long Beach, CA seeks a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate has prior Veterinary Assistant experience and Saturday availability.

Join a dedicated team focused on compassionate care for dogs and cats, including wellness, dentistry, diagnostics, and surgery support. You will assist with patient handling, exam room prep, vitals, lab work, radiographs, and post-procedure care.