Veterinary Assistant

PetVet Care Centers' Family Friends Veterinary Hospital is currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their team At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter. Because life is better with pets. We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve. With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide ,

we offer
Local autonomy with national support Career mobility and development opportunities A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first You care for pets. We care for you. Position Overview Join our team as a Veterinary Assistant who supports the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service. Family Friends Veterinary Hospital in Citrus Heights, California emphasizes a family-like atmosphere where pets and their owners are treated with care and respect. The team is committed to teamwork, communication, and exceptional patient care. Why Join Us: We are a fun, hard-working and energetic team in a fast-paced hospital. Looking for the right fit to complete our team Fast-paced fun environment. Growth opportunities. Supportive and approachable leaders, and a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities
Provide compassionate care to all patients Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's). Calm and soothe anxious patients Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc. Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs. Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s) Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations Understand and carry out oral and written directions Maintain accurate medical records Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift Promote hospital products and services and support the organization Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT). Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.) Qualifications (Required) Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position Relevant experience in a veterinary environment, successfully performing all of the duties of this position Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking. This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion. May involve some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds) Preferred Skills (Nice to Have) Proficient with blood/urine draws, catheter placement, taking x-rays, and toenail trims Excellent patient care/handling skills Fear free trained would be a plus Comfortable creating and presenting treatment estimates Positive attitude and excellent communica