Provides emergency veterinary patient care support by assisting veterinarians and technicians, preparing treatment areas, administering medications, collecting laboratory samples, monitoring patients, handling instruments, educating pet owners, and managing a busy caseload. Requires prior veterinary assistant or related experience, knowledge of veterinary procedures and medical terminology, strong communication skills, physical stamina, attention to detail, and availability for varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
VCA California Veterinary Specialist is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for the Emergency Department.
Location: 2310 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Why we love VCA CVS Carlsbad:
- Small hospital feel with big company support
- Competitive compensation ($18-$22 per hour), shift differential: $3/hour depending on shift.
- Generous employee pet discounts
- Flexible Schedules
- Great coastal community location close to the beach, food options, fitness centers, and shopping
- Monthly hospital-wide activities & games, raffles, with awesome prizes
- Access to “Perkspot”- receive coupons and discounts for anything you can imagine
- We value your voice and regularly implement suggested changes from our suggestion box
- Join various hospital committees or VCA Diversity Resource Groups to enrich your experience and involvement in the hospital & company
- In-hospital, fresh food micro-market always stocked with an ever-changing array of food and drink options
- Sweet & Savory Stop - get your fix with international snacks and treats
- Referral rewards - tell your friends why they should work for us too! And if they do, receive a referral bonus for qualified candidates.
- Supportive, multi-faceted, educational training program
- We are focused on your career growth; we empower you with all the knowledge and skills you need to be successful
- Opportunities to get out into the community and participate in local events
- Something new every day - you'll never be bored
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- 401K w/ company match
- HSA/FSA options
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation & Sick time off
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians in all aspects of patient care, including emergency procedures and specialty treatments.
- Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas, ensuring they are clean and stocked.
- Perform routine tasks such as taking patient histories, administering medications, and preparing samples for laboratory tests.
- Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Educate pet owners on post-procedure care and provide them with detailed instructions and support.
- Handle medical and surgical instruments with care, adhering to sterilization and safety protocols.
- Collaborate with team members to manage and prioritize a busy caseload efficiently.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or in a related field is required.
- Strong knowledge of veterinary procedures, medical terminology, and animal care.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact compassionately with pet owners and team members.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to lift and carry heavy loads and stand for extended periods.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
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Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.VCA Animal Hospitals Los Angeles, California, USA Office
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