Locum Veterinary Assistant

VCA Santa Monica Main Street animal hospital

Santa Monica, CA, US
Base: $21 to $22 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
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.
  • The skills that you will be utilizing daily include, but are not limited to: Venipuncture, Catheter placement, Radiology, Anesthesia monitoring, Physical examinations and patient assessment, Surgical preparation and assisting, Laboratory work, Pharmacy, Patient recovery, Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients.
  • 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 that provide resources and training.

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

Base: $21 to $22 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 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 and assisting
  • Laboratory work
  • Patient recovery

Nice-to-have

  • Friendly, outgoing, people oriented
  • Excellent communications skills
  • Team player willing to learn
  • Build rapport with clients and pets

Key Requirements

  • Previous experience or training/education working in a veterinary facility a plus
  • Capable of being cross trained for front office receptionist duties
  • Telephone and computer skills are necessary

Work Rights

Not specified

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