Veterinary Assistant

ANIMAL DERMATOLOGY GROUP, INC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off—no nights or weekends

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Education support

Pet-provided discounts

Job summary

Animal Dermatology Clinic - Woodland Hills, Part Of AOSN is seeking a Veterinary Assistant. The role emphasizes compassionate care for patients, clear communication with clients, and ability to assist doctors in procedures.

You will also help with front desk duties when needed and maintain a clean, organized clinic environment. Ideal candidates have experience or training in a veterinary setting, are friendly and people oriented, and are willing to learn new techniques and adapt to change.

Qualifications

• Experience or training in a veterinary facility.
• Friendly, outgoing, people oriented.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Capable of being cross-trained for front office duties; telephone and computer skills are necessary.
• Team player willing to learn new techniques and accept change.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate excellent relations with clients and pets in waiting areas and exam rooms.
• Exceed the client’s expectations of service.
• Provide compassionate nursing care as a top priority for all patients.
• Housekeeping and maintenance tasks.
• Perform cursory examinations and recognize potential issues.
• Communicate findings clearly to a doctor and assist with record keeping.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Initiative

Adaptability

Education

Veterinary facility training

Tools

Computer skills

Phone skills

Job description

Job Type Full-time

Animal Dermatology Clinic - Woodland Hills, Part Of AOSN, Is Seeking a Veterinary Assistant.

• Energetic
• Positive
• Upbeat personality
• Takes initiative
• Commitment to the needs of the clinic
• Punctual
• Willingness to teach others and share ideas
• Openness to diversity
• Adaptability to change
• Accountable
• Able to see big picture

Requirements

• Previous experience or training/ education in a veterinary facility
• Must be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented”
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties, telephone and computer skills are necessary
• Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques, treatments, and accept change

Medical Related Skills

• Preparing and restraining animals during procedures
• Assisting in surgery
• Apply bandages and/or splints
• Wound care
• Ability to use a stethoscope
• Advising pet owners on proper care, etc.

Duties (including but not limited to)

• Demonstrate excellent relations with client/ pets in the waiting area and exam rooms
• Exceed the client’s expectations of service
• Compassionate nursing care is the top priority for all patients
• Housekeeping/ maintenance
• Ability to perform a cursory examination of an animal
• Ability to recognize potential patient issues
• Clearly communicate your findings to a doctor
• Record keeping
• Fill prescription and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor, etc.

Education and Physical Requirements

• Dependable attendance is required
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds
• Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions
• The ability to walk, bend, stand, squat, or reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day.

Benefits

• Time away from work including no nights or weekends, a robust vacation allowance, paid holidays, sick time/mental health days, Paid Parental Leave, short- and long-term disability coverage options, and leaves of absence.
• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and Health Savings Accounts, as well as wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) plan with safe harbor match, flexible spending accounts, retirement readiness tools, advisor support and resources, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through certification programs and CE opportunities.
• Additional benefits for life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, legal counseling, identity theft protection, commuting, and more.
• Company provided scrubs and discounts on services and medications for employee pets.
• Monthly bonus based on clinic’s dietary sales.

ADG/AOSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

Salary Description

$23.00 - 26.00 / hour depending on experience