Animal Rehabilitation / Veterinary Assistant

About the Company

Two Hands Four Paws is an award-winning family-owned company that has been working with special needs animals and their families since 1998. Starting in a small guest house and seeing more & more special needs dogs that needed our help, we eventually moved into a 5,000 square foot facility in West Los Angeles where services include massage, acupuncture, hydrotherapy, ultrasound therapy, cold laser therapy, boarding, brace castings, cart fittings, harness fittings, and more. With a 501(c)(3) foundation Two Hands Four Paws also helps rescue and rehabilitate animals in need. We love being able to contribute to helping the rescue community.

Check out this short video to see what we do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCPnXxNQTQ4&list=PLa7_GcCp4mDpztAY-4Rg2IdhZ51Co_Ltb

About The Position

As an Animal Rehabilitation Assistant, you are part of a compassionate team that cultivates special relationships not just with the patients but with their families every day. In this role, you will learn all about the care of special needs animals and how rewarding it is to care for these incredible animals.

Opening shifts start as early as 6:00am and closing shifts finish at 9:00pm. You'll be expected to work at least one weekend day.

About YOU

• Previous veterinary experience (clinic or hospital setting) STRONGLY PREFERRED
• Animal handling skills and basic restraint skills
• Experience feeding, medication administration, toe nail trims, bathing etc.
• Exceptional patient care, customer service, and multitasking skills
• Adept at prioritizing tasks from multiple sources
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Prior experience in dog daycare/boarding and/or working or volunteering for rescue or shelter (huge plus!)
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
• Must LOVE animals and be passionate about helping special needs patients

***APPLICATION TIP: those with an articulate cover letter shining a light on strengths will get attention***

Responsibilities (for all shifts)

• Care and monitoring of boarding patients, daycare patients and foundation residents
• Feeding, administering medications, bladder expression, wound cleaning, ear cleaning, nail trims, medicated baths for all size dogs
• Maintain cleanliness of the clinic including organizing, laundry, sweeping, mopping, and water equipment (pool and water treadmills)
• Accurate and detailed record keeping of patient information
• Assist DVM's and RVT's during physical therapy and acupuncture
• Help disabled patients to and from their cars as needed
• Keep exam rooms and treatment rooms tidy and fully stocked

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Veterinary: 1 year (Preferred)
• Animal handling: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person