Veterinary Assistant

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Overview

Animal Hospital of South Bay- Lawndale is seeking a full-time, experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team Location: 15308 Inglewood Ave, Lawndale, CA 90260Compensation: $20-25/hr depending on experienceShift Details: This is a full time position (4) 10-hour shifts with rotating Saturdays and an occasional Sunday (roughly every 12 weeks)

Our team thrives on a culture of collaboration, respect, and mutual support. We seek a Veterinary Assistant who will seamlessly blend with our dynamic team, consistently give their best, and value a healthy work-life balance.

We see a wide variety of cases to keep you engaged We have a large volume of orthopedic consultations and surgeries, as well as dentistry.

Our ideal candidate is proficient and confident in the following skills: Venipuncture, IV catheter placement, dentals and dental radiographs, anesthesia monitoring, in-house lab work, and excellent client communication/education abilities

You will truly love being part of our team

Benefits we offer:

• Industry leading pay for you, discounts for your furry friends
• Medical, vision and dental benefits package.
• Education opportunities to become credentialed
• 401k program with company match starting day 1
• A yearly scrub allowance for all employees.
• Flexible schedule with a focus on work-life harmony - You'll get PTO and have the time to use it

Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act.

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.

• 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.

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.

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

Apply today for immediate consideration

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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