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Skilled Veterinary Assistant Otay Pet Vets - 2.7 Chula Vista, CA Job Details Full-time $21 - $24 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee discount Professional development assistance Retirement plan Qualifications Animal hospital experience Interpersonal skills Patient assessment Animal catheterization Anesthesiology Client services

Full Job Description Job Description:

Otay Pet Vets is looking for a highly dedicated and energetic individual to join our team of associates who provide attentive, professional service to our amazing clients and their animal companions. The Veterinary Assistant works with our veterinary staff to ensure the highest standards of veterinary medical care. We offer a warm, supportive team dynamic! This position will immerse you in the vibrant, fast-paced setting of an AAHA-accredited, award-winning animal hospital, where each day is different but the exceptional quality of patient care and client service remains constant. Excellent interpersonal skills, a drive to learn and collaborate, and a compassionate attitude will prepare the right candidate for success in this role. Does this sound like you? We look forward to meeting you!

Job Essential Functions:

Previous experience in veterinary medicine required; exotic animal experience is a plus. Provide general nursing care Radiographs Phlebotomy, IV catheter placement Ultrasound guided cystocentesis Anesthesia monitoring Surgical assistance and dental prophy

SQ, IM, IV

injections Administer medication and treatments Must be able to work weekends and holidays Must be able to lift 50 lbs Must be able to sit, stand and walk around for an extended period of time Must be able to communicate effectively Must be able to work at a fast pace independently or with the team Must be able to critically think and effectively respond to critical incidents

Company:

Otay Pet Vets is a AAHA accredited animal hospital providing the highest standards of veterinary excellence. We are currently seeking a well qualified veterinary technician to come join our team of professionals. We operate and adhere to the Gold Standard of care where clients and patients are our priority. Otay Pet Vets is honored to have been recognized by the San Diego's Union-Tribune Readers Poll and the DVM 500. If you are one who thrives in an environment where there is given opportunities for professional growth and development, if you desire a happy and healthy work place, having genuine mutual respect and dignity among employees and employer, where you are valued, appreciated and recognized for your hard work and contributions, where you will work with an awesome team of highly trained professionals who take pride in the compassionate care of their work, then we are the hospital for you!

Other Essential Functions:

Ensure a comfortable and sanitary environment for all patients. Responsible for care of hospitalized animals including keeping all wards and kennels clean and disinfected, exercising, feeding, laundry, keeping animals clean. General cleaning of public and employee areas and building and yard maintenance to maintain clean, odor-free, and attractive environment. Housekeeping and laundry duties for all areas. Clean exams rooms after each visit and preparing for the next client and patient. Ensure supplies are always available in exam rooms and treatment room. Prepare and sanitize surgery suites. Clean and maintain holding areas. Properly maintain equipment according to maintenance schedule. Properly restrain patients safely, reliably and with compassion to prepare for procedures performed by technicians or doctors. Is conscious of patient comfort needs. Observe patients throughout the day for signs of illness, parasites and disease control, assessment of change in animal status. Report any abnormalities or concerns to the veterinarian. Communicate with pet owners using a professional, cheerful, and helpful attitude, using knowledge of preventative health care recommendations to accurately answer questions and relays doctor's information. Assist in educating clients on veterinary services from which client pets would benefit. Assist receptionists with out-patients and hospitalized patients from admission to discharge with clerical and administrative work, including knowledge of patient folders, vaccine schedules, proper phone call etiquette, and other front desk procedures. Perform simple in-house laboratory tests, complete forms for out sourced laboratory tests, accurately file laboratory reports and clean up laboratory area. Unpack, label and stock hospital supplies; stock cleaning and office supplies, stock kennel supplies. Ensure that supplies for cleaning, animal food, paper towels, etc. are current. Accurately dispense medication which the doctor has prescribed. Assist in inventory procedures. Clean and autoclave surgical instruments. Thoroughly clean autoclave per hospital schedule. Work well with all employees and ensure that your actions support the hospital, the doctors, and the medicine that we practice. Follow OSHA regulations and recognize any potential hazards Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. Frequently required to sit, stand, bend and walk for prolonged periods of time. Frequently using hands to manipulate, handle, or feel and reach. Use strength or agility in capturing and restraining stronger, more active animals. Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Occasionally handle dogs weighing up to and over 150 lbs. Assistance will be provided by animal handlers when working with larger animals. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to hazards associated with aggressive patients; hazards associated with infected animals and controlled substances; exposure to unpleasant odors and noises; exposure to bites, scratches and animal wastes; possible exposure to contagious diseases. Follow federal and state animal health laws and regulations including OSHA and DEA.

Pay:

$21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person