VCA Noah 's Ark Animal Hospital
Veterinary
VeterinaryAssistant
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“Veterinary Assistant at VCA Noah 's Ark Animal Hospital. Skills: Patient care, Animal handling, Client communication, Anesthesia monitoring. Support vet assistants, technicians, and doctors. Create positive, low-stress atmosphere”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver exceptional patient care
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
All aspects of patient care, Physical patient assessment, Animal handling and restraint, IM, IV, SQ injections, Nursing care/hospitalization treatments, Client communication, Pharmacy, Laboratory work, Hands Free Digital Radiography, Venipuncture, IV catheter placement, IV fluid therapy, Anesthesia monitoring, Surgical preparation and assisting, Dental cleanings/dental radiography, Patient Recovery
What You'll Do.
Support vet assistants
low-stress atmosphere
Provide excellent client experience
Deliver exceptional patient care
How You'll Work.
Communication Scope
Client communication
Full Job Description
**VCA Noah 's Ark Animal Hospital** in beautiful Goleta, CA, is seeking a full-time **Veterinary Assistant** to join our team! We are dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care to companion and exotic pets in Santa Barbara County. We are looking for a passionate and motivated individual to help complete our healthcare team! **Location:** 160 N Fairview Ave, Goleta, CA 93117 **Salary:** $17 to $25 per hour **Schedule:** Full-Time, Monday through Friday **Why We Want You!** As a member of the VCA Noah's Ark team, you will support other vet assistants, technicians, and doctors by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission is to provide an excellent client experience and deliver exceptional patient care. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: * All aspects of patient care * Physical patient assessment * Animal handling and restraint * IM, IV, SQ injections * Nursing care/hospitalization treatments * Client communication * Pharmacy * Laboratory work * Hands Free Digital Radiography * Venipuncture, IV catheter placement, IV fluid therapy * Anesthesia monitoring * Surgical preparation and assisting * Dental cleanings/dental radiography * Patient Recovery **Why Join the VCA Family?** We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Assistants and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary career has to offer. At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team! * Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community * Leadership opportunities * Career development p
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