Veterinary Care Assistant - 4/10 Schedule & Benefits

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Palm Springs (CA); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 33 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

VCA Desert Animal Hospital is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant (VA) to join our team in Palm Springs, CA. The role involves clinical duties, patient care, and client communication in a busy hospital setting.

The candidate should have credentialing for veterinary assistants and be able to support doctors with exams, anesthesia, dentistry, radiology, and lab work. This is a full-time position with a 4-day, 10-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• Credentialing for veterinary assistants is required or preferred.
• The role requires hands-on clinical skills and the ability to support doctors and clients.
• Experience with a hospital setting and veterinary care is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Perform physical examinations and assess patient condition.
• Monitor anesthesia during procedures and assist veterinarians.
• Prepare for surgery and assist during operations.
• Provide dentistry, radiology, and laboratory tasks as needed.
• Assist in venipuncture and catheter placement for patient care.
• Dispense medications and manage pharmacy duties under supervision.
• Maintain patient recovery and provide clear client communication.

Connaissances

Patient assessment

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Dental care

Radiology

Lab work

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Pharmacy

Client communication

Compassionate care

Description du poste

VCA Desert Animal Hospital is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant (VA) to join our team in Palm Springs, CA. The role involves clinical duties, patient care, and client communication in a busy hospital setting.

The candidate should have credentialing for veterinary assistants and be able to support doctors with exams, anesthesia, dentistry, radiology, and lab work. This is a full-time position with a 4-day, 10-hour workweek.