Vca Animal Hospitals
Veterinary
VeterinaryAssistant
Neural analysis suggests this role is
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“Veterinary Assistant at Vca Animal Hospitals. Skills: Patient assessment, Anesthesia monitoring, Surgical assisting, Client communication. Support technician and doctor teams. Create positive, low-stress atmosphere”
What You'll Achieve.
Win confidence of every pet parent; Deliver outstanding client experience; Provide exceptional care to every patient
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Physical examinations and patient assessment, Anesthesia monitoring, Surgical preparation and assisting, Dentistry, Radiology, Laboratory work, Venipuncture, Catheter placement, Pharmacy, Patient recovery, Client Communication, Compassionate care of hospitalized animals
What You'll Do.
Support technician and doctor teams
low-stress atmosphere
Win confidence of pet parent
Deliver outstanding client experience
Provide exceptional patient care
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Technician and doctor teams
Communication Scope
Client communication
Full Job Description
**VCA Pacific Petcare Animal Hospital** is a progressive 2-doctor hospital located in Carmel Valley, San Diego, CA. We are looking for a talented **Veterinary Assistant** with a strong work ethic, high-quality patient care, and exceptional client service. Candidates should enjoy working in a fast-paced, detail-oriented work environment. Our doctors and staff enjoy seeing cats and dogs. We offer preventive care, dentistry and surgery, acupuncture, and laser services. If you are looking for the right creative collaboration and utilization of your highly sought-after skill set, our hospital is the place for you! At VCA Pacific Petcare, our team members are genuinely valued, respected, and celebrated for the incredible care they provide every day. As an AAHA-accredited hospital, we pride ourselves on practicing low-stress handling to ensure every pet’s visit is as comfortable and compassionate as possible. We’re equipped with advanced technology, including cold laser therapy and a state-of-the-art dental X-ray machine, with hands-on dental training led by an experienced RVT. Located just five minutes from beautiful Del Mar Beach and surrounded by charming boutiques within walking distance, VCA Pacific Petcare offers an exceptional place to grow your career while enjoying the best of coastal living. **Schedule:** 5/8’s. Full time. Hospital is open 5 days a week, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm or 7:30 am to 4:00 pm **No Weekends currently** **Compensation:** $ 17.25 - $ 25 / hour. Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. **Location:** 12720 Carmel Country Road, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92130 The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: * Physical examinations and patient assessment * Anesthesia monitoring * Surgical preparation and assisting * Dentistry * Radiology * Laboratory work * Venipuncture * Catheter placement * Pharmacy * Patient recovery * Client Communication * Compassionate care of our hospitalize
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