Veterinary Assistant — Compassionate Care & Growth

Animal Clinic Downtown; Gardena, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (Headspace

401(k) with matching

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

Referral bonus

DailyPay

Job summary

California Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians in a fast-paced environment. You will assist with procedures, pre- and post-operative care, and a variety of patient services while upholding compassionate client communication.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of veterinary or medical experience, basic computer skills, and the ability to multitask and stay organized.

Qualifications

• 1+ year veterinary or human medical experience preferred.
• Comfortable using computers (EMR systems, email, basic programs).
• Strong technical and clinical skills.
• Excellent communication with clients and team members.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Able to lift/restrain pets up to 40 lbs and be on your feet throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and technicians with procedures and surgeries
• Provide pre- and post-operative patient care
• Support preventative, sick, and injury visits
• Safely handle and restrain animals
• Collect and document patient histories in medical records
• Assist with anesthesia induction and monitoring
• Maintain surgical suites, instruments, and equipment
• Restock and organize medical supplies

Skills

Medical experience

Computer skills

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

California Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support doctors and technicians in a fast-paced environment. You will assist with procedures, pre- and post-operative care, and a variety of patient services while upholding compassionate client communication.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of veterinary or medical experience, basic computer skills, and the ability to multitask and stay organized.