Veterinary Assistant - Fast-Paced Clinic, Growth

Amerivet; Woodland (CA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth opportunities

Training and cross-training

Job summary

Veterinary Medical Center of Woodland Hills in Woodland Hills, CA is seeking a full-time experienced Veterinary Assistant. You will work with our doctors and technicians to provide compassionate care, assist during exams, surgeries, and recovery, and help educate clients.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of experience or is willing to train, is reliable, patient with animals, and comfortable handling and restraint.

Qualifications

• Must have experience with client communication and animal handling.
• Comfort with IV catheters, venipuncture and in-house blood work.
• Experience and/or comfort with radiographs, anesthesia monitoring, and assisting surgeons.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, assist veterinarians and technicians, and support surgical recovery.
• Draw blood, obtain radiographs, and prepare patients for procedures.
• Educate clients and maintain a clean, stocked work area.

Skills

Client communication

Animal handling

IV catheter placement

Venipuncture

In-house blood work

Radiography positioning

Surgical prep

Anesthesia monitoring

Medication labeling

Education

Licensed veterinary technician

Tools

Idexx

Radiography equipment

Job description

Veterinary Medical Center of Woodland Hills in Woodland Hills, CA is seeking a full-time experienced Veterinary Assistant. You will work with our doctors and technicians to provide compassionate care, assist during exams, surgeries, and recovery, and help educate clients.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of experience or is willing to train, is reliable, patient with animals, and comfortable handling and restraint.