Veterinary Technician Assistant - Full-time

AAVMP; Tehachapi, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Life insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education

Pet discounts

Job summary

Tehachapi Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our growing team in Tehachapi, CA. The position involves assisting veterinarians, gathering histories, and helping establish treatment plans while communicating with clients.

You will maintain aseptic technique, manage patient care, and assist with lifting duties up to 50 pounds. We offer strong benefits, ongoing education, and opportunities for growth within a caring, pet-focused hospital.

Qualifications

• Veterinary assistant experience of 3 years.
• Ability to place IV catheters and perform venipuncture.
• Professional communication with clients and team.
• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in patient care.
• Knowledge of hospital services and species treated.
• Familiarity with hospital equipment and software.
• Commitment to client education and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with gathering patient histories.
• Establish and carry out treatment plans.
• Communicate pertinent information about patient care to clients.
• Maintain hospital and patient cleanliness using aseptic technique and PPE.
• Frequently lift and move patients up to 35 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

IV Catheter placement

Venipuncture

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Species knowledge

Aseptic technique

Patient care

Job description

Tehachapi Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Full-time - Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our growing team!

Tehachapi Premier Place for Pets has everything our client’s pet could possibly need at one location. From complete veterinary care at our state of the art diagnostic and surgical facilities at Tehachapi Veterinary Hospital, to pampered pet boarding. Come be a part of this amazing team!

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist veterinarians with gathering patient histories
• Establish and carry out treatment plans
• Communicate pertinent information about patient care to clients
• Maintain hospital and patient cleanliness using aseptic technique, proper protective equipment, and isolation protocol
• Frequently lift and moves patients up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate with employees and clients in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and ensure accuracy of patient care, charge entry, etc.
• Knowledge of the services the hospital provides and the species it treats
• Skill in operating equipment, including computers and software
• Client education.
• IV Catheter placement / Venipuncture.
• Veterinary assistant experience of 3 years

Compensation:

$18/hr - $25/hr, to be determined based upon experience

We invest heavily in our employees with many opportunities for growth and development! We offer outstanding benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K, life insurance, paid time off, continuing education, generous pet discounts and much more!