Veterinary Assistant or Technician

4 weeks ago

San Diego, United States Highlands Ranch Animal Hospital Full time

**Benefits/Perks**
- Flexible Scheduling
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Competitive Compensation
- Fun Working Environment
- Interact with Pets

**Job Summary**

Our clinic hours are Monday - Friday 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. We are closed on the weekends and observed Holidays. Part time benefits after 3-month probation include: uniform costs, sick pay, discounted veterinarian services.

**Responsibilities**
- Can provide compassionate care to patients and clients.
- Can conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks.
- Can legibly keep accurate medical records in accordance hospital policy Can prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas.
- Can perform physical assessments, record observations legibly in files or computer.
- Can effectively restrain pets even when large or difficult.
- Knows all common vaccines and vaccination protocols and can explain to clients.
- Understands the importance of a clean and orderly facility, does not hesitate to clean or organize.
- Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees.
- Can prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients.
- Can explain necessary follow-up and homecare instructions.
- Can properly care for all surgical materials and equipment; keep the operating room properly prepared for surgery.
- Can set up clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, ear cytology and fungal cultures; maintains file of lab test results and ensures that test results are recorded in patient records.
- Can effectively position for and take radiographs.
- Understands the use and care of IV pumps.
- Can admit patients following hospital policy and doctors written orders.
- Can discharge patients based on the veterinarian’s orders, ensuring that patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state.
- Performs other duties as assigned including assisting in other areas.
- Can perform mínimal receptionist duties when needed.

**Qualifications**
- Minimum of 18 years old.
- Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when stressed, ill or in pain.
- Can stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
- Is well-spoken and approaches his/her job duties in a mature nature.
- Can support and be a part of teamwork; works well with all levels of hospital team members.
- Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
- May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases.
- Previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or in a similar role
- Knowledge of animal care and handling
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and remain organized in a busy environment
- Patience and a love for animals

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