Relief Veterinary Assistant

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Upland (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

paid vacation/sick days

401(k)

generous employee pet discounts

Job summary

VCA in California is seeking experienced Veterinary Assistants and Technicians to join our team for relief-casual shifts. The successful candidate will support our Doctors and Technician team, creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients.

Salary range: $18 - $20/hr. We offer medical, dental, vision, paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts, and more as part of a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience as Veterinary Assistant or Technician is preferred.
• Ability to assist doctors and technicians in a busy clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining medical records.
• Preparing surgical suite and surgical patients.
• Filling prescriptions.
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Providing compassionate care and a home away from home for boarded and hospitalized pets.

Skills

Veterinary assistant

Medical records handling

Surgical prep

Lab work

Diagnostic imaging

Job description

We are seeking a experienced Veterinary Assistants and Technicians to join our team for relief-casual shifts.

The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care-with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen.

In this position you will be supporting our Doctors and Technician team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Duties will include:

• Maintaining medical records.
• Preparing surgical suite and surgical patients.
• Filling prescriptions.
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Providing compassionate care and a home away from home for boarded and hospitalized pets.

At VCA, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.

• You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500 doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists.
• You will sharpen your skills-and even learn some new techniques-and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.

Salary range: $18 - $20/hr

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid vacation/sick days
• 401(k)
• generous employee pet discounts

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.