Veterinary Assistant - Part Time

We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team.
The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the desire to grow their skills in a new state of the art facility.

In this position you will be supporting our Doctors and Technician team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.  Duties will include:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Previous experience or training/education working in a veterinary facility.
• Must be friendly, outgoing, "people oriented".
• Excellent communication skills.
• Telephone and computer skills are necessary.
• Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments and to accept challenge.

Primary job responsibilities:

• Maintaining medical records. 
• Obtain and record patient histories
• go through previous records and enter proper vaccine/treatment history
• dispense collect specimens and set up for laboratory pick up
• prepare ear cytology for Veterinarian or Technician to view under microscope go over medications with clients – advise clients of what vaccines and treatments pets are due for
• safely moving contagious/stressed/aggressive pets in and out of the examination rooms without incident
• preparing euthanasia paperwork with clients
• safely obtaining weight and temperature readings for each patient
• clean and maintain all areas in the room department throughout the day
• stock inventory and keep shelves organized
• communicating with clients in regards to the pets needs and facilitating the room flow for all pets coming into and out of the hospital

Physical Requirements:

• Dependable attendance is required.
• Any allergies to animals must be controlled through medication.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions.
• This position requires the ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during 8-hour day.
• Fine motor skills adequate for utilizing hospital equipment such as electric clippers, syringes, radiology equipment, laboratory equipment, and computers.

At VCA, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.
• You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500 doctors, including 600 boarded specialists.
• You will sharpen your skills—and even learn some new techniques—and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.
 

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.

Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. Compensation : $19 - $21 / hr.