Posted 12 days ago
Veterinary Assistant (Experienced)
HuntingtonOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Experienced Veterinary Assistant at a 24-hour animal hospital providing hands-on patient care, medication administration, surgical prep, radiography, and triage support in a fast-paced clinical environment.
About this role
Join Our Amazing Team as Our Newest Veterinary Assistant!
At West Hills Animal Hospital, we're looking for compassionate, experienced individuals who love furry friends just as much as we do. As a busy 24-hour veterinary hospital, no two days are the same. We treat every patient as if they were our own and strive to be a place of comfort for both pets and the people who love them.
As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll build meaningful relationships not only with our patients but also with the clients who trust us with their pets' care. You'll work alongside a supportive team in a fast-paced environment where you'll have opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career—from becoming a veterinary technician to exploring specialty medicine and future leadership opportunities.
✨ We're currently hiring for a Full-Time position.
📅 Open Shifts
- Mon 8a-3p
- Tue 8a-3p
- Thur 8a-3p
- Fri 8a-3p
- Sat OR Sun 8a-5:30p
Key Responsibilities
- Caring for special needs borders such as diabetics, geriatrics, epileptics, etc.
- Restraining a variety of canine, feline, and exotic species for the doctors and technicians
- Cleaning (Sweeping, Mopping, cages, dishes, garbage, surgical site, dental Suite, etc.)
- Administering oral medications
- Documentation of general well-being of in-hospital patients and boarders
- Assisting with Er protocol, ensuring ER table is prepared for crashing patients
- Preparing surgical material in coordination with the surgical handbook (ensure materials are sterilized and prepared for procedures)
- Assisting LVTs with TPRs & blood pressures. examining incisions for cleanliness and closure
- Triaging emergency appointments in coordination with the ER doctor on-premises.
- Capturing various types of radiographs including but not limited to the thorax and abdominal views
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Organized
- Works well with others
- Able to follow directions
- Able to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Neat, clean, and adheres to WHAH uniform
- Individuals with extreme willingness to learn, and with great love for animals
- 1 year of general practice or emergency veterinary experience
- Must be able to stand, lift, and do work duties for a minimum of 8 hours
- Lifting of large boxes, dog food, and a variety of canine and feline species up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to write neatly, communicate well with others, attend staff meetings, and adhere to training programs
- Own transportation
Benefits
- Competitive Salary ($19/hour)
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedules
- 401K with company match
- Career development and training
Skills
Animal RestraintBlood Pressure MonitoringCage And Facility SanitationER TriageIncision AssessmentMedication AdministrationOral Medication DosingPatient DocumentationRadiographySurgical Instrument SterilizationTPR MeasurementVeterinary Assisting
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