Locum Veterinary Assistant

Oakdale Veterinary Center

Santa Monica, CA, US
$21 to $22 ph; not specified; medical/dental/visio...
Venipuncture
Catheter placement
Anesthesia monitoring
Assist doctor and other hospital staff by care and cleaning of patients and facilities including completing patient treatments, assisting in surgery and all other animal care functions as well as other tasks involved in the operations of a veterinary hospital

Job Summary

  • Assist doctor and other hospital staff by care and cleaning of patients and facilities including completing patient treatments, assisting in surgery and all other animal care functions as well as other tasks involved in the operations of a veterinary hospital.
  • Demonstrate excellent relations with clients/pets in waiting and/or exam rooms and serve as “Ambassadors” of creating and maintaining goodwill for the hospital.
  • VCA Animal Hospitals offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, pet care discounts, paid vacation, holidays and sick days, health and well-being programs.

Matching Summary

Assist doctor and other hospital staff by care and cleaning of patients and facilities including completing patient treatments, assisting in surgery and all other animal care functions as well as other tasks involved in the operations of a veterinary hospital.

Salary

$21 to $22 per hour; Not specified; Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, pet care discounts, paid vacation, holidays and sick days, health and well-being programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Venipuncture
  • Catheter placement
  • Anesthesia monitoring
  • Surgical preparation
  • Laboratory work
  • Patient recovery

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly and outgoing personality
  • People oriented
  • Team player
  • Willing to learn new techniques

Key Requirements

  • Previous experience or training/education in veterinary facility
  • Capable of cross training for front office receptionist duties
  • Excellent communications skills
  • Telephone and computer skills necessary

Work Rights

Not specified

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