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Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Anza Animal ClinicWestlake Village, CA, United States
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Anza Animal Clinic is looking for an experienced full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Location : 3575 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Westlake Village, CA 91362

Clinic hours : Monday through Friday 8 : 00am-6 : 00pm, Saturday 8 : 00am-1 : 00pm

Compensation : $20-25 based on experience

We are looking for a self-starter who enjoys utilizing their multi-tasking skills for a fast-paced environment. The veterinary assistant will lead routine exam rooms by obtaining the patient's history, prepare and discuss core vaccines, communicate with the DVM and veterinary technicians on diagnostics, dispense medications, and client communications.

Requirements for consideration :

You have 2-3 years of industry experience, is comfortable with basic veterinary assisting skills such as restraint, blood draws, IVC placements, lab work, and day-to-day operations of a veterinary hospital. These skills are required for consideration for this role.

Knowledge of Fear Free techniques and AVImark software are a plus!

Job Summary : The Veterinary Assistant provides support to the medical staff in the operation of a small animal facility in accordance with hospital policy and procedures and provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act focused on room and pharmacy assistance. The veterinary assistant and veterinary technician will be able to communicate effectively with team members and clients and have great attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact :

  • Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MPH.
  • Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
  • Participate in any special cleaning duties.
  • Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
  • Maintain excellent client communication.
  • Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
  • Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.

Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.

  • Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
  • Perform clinic upkeep as directed.
  • Perform equipment maintenance as directed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast paced
  • environment.

  • Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
  • The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties
  • proficiently.

  • The employee must also be confident around pets.
  • Required Education and Experience :

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.
  • The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
  • The employee must be Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
  • The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication / controlled substances.
  • The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
  • The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

  • The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.
  • We put people first and never compromise on our values.

    Apply today for immediate consideration!

    Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with

    Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to benefits@mvetpartners.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

    Mission Pet Health (MPH) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to

    creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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