Veterinary Assistant — Compassionate Pet Care & Client Focus

VCA Animal Hospitals; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

VCA Northwest Animal Hospital in Tucson, AZ is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our busy, client-centric practice.

You will assist in exams, radiology, anesthesia, lab work and daily patient care, while delivering friendly, professional service to pet owners.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, reliable, a strong communicator and a team player who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven clinic.

Qualifications

• Must have documented previous experience.
• Flexibility in schedule.
• Client Service Skills.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team player willing to learn new techniques and methods.

Responsibilities

• Venipuncture
• Catheter placement
• Radiology
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Physical examinations and patient assessment
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Laboratory work
• Pharmacy
• Patient recovery
• Compassionate care for hospitalized patients

Skills

Client service

Communication

Computers

Team player

Flexibility

Experience

Job description

VCA Northwest Animal Hospital in Tucson, AZ is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our busy, client-centric practice.

You will assist in exams, radiology, anesthesia, lab work and daily patient care, while delivering friendly, professional service to pet owners.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, reliable, a strong communicator and a team player who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven clinic.