Veterinary Assistant - Shadow Hills Pet Clinic

About the role

Shadow Hills Pet Clinic is seeking an experienced Part Time veterinary assistant to join our dynamic team. Located in beautiful Sun Valley, California, we are a long-standing general practice hospital dedicated to providing compassionate and quality medicine.

Responsibilities

• Shadow Hills Pet Clinic is looking for an experienced Part Time veterinary assistant to assist in various aspects of veterinary care.
• Assist in surgery, monitor surgery patients, perform surgical recovery, draw blood and run bloodwork, place IV catheters, and handle x-rays.
• Provide client education and maintain a positive and supportive team environment.
• Perform tasks such as dental procedures, anesthesia, and laboratory skills.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of prior veterinary experience in a clinical setting.
• Surgical assisting experience.
• Obtaining accurate and thorough medical histories.
• TPR (Technical Patient Relations).
• Assisting doctors and other technical staff with patient restraint.
• Experience with blood draws (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular).
• Placing IV catheters.
• Knowledge of digital radiology including positioning.
• Experience with dentistry (digital x-rays, scaling, polishing).
• Anesthesia induction, intubation, monitoring, and aseptic technique.
• Laboratory skills such as ear and fecal cytology, HM5, Vetscan, Sedivue.
• Excellent client communication and education.
• Completion of CSR duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A positive and motivating attitude is essential.
• Experience with in-clinic laboratory equipment.
• Comfortable with proper animal handling and restraint.
• Understanding the importance of client education.
• Positive and supportive team player.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with veterinary software and equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Pet care discounts for personal pets.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Opportunities for career growth within the AmeriVet network.
• Referral program for bringing friends to the team.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.

Pay

$19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Schedule

Part Time schedule available.