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Morgan Hill Animal Hospital
Registered Veterinary Technician/Experienced Vet Assistant
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$42,405 / year median in California
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians in providing medical ,dental and surgical care to animals
- Perform routine procedures including vaccinations, blood draws, taking radiographs, dental cleanings, dental X-Rays ..
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians
- Prepping animals for surgery, anesthesia monitoring and assist during surgical procedures.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the veterinary clinic
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certification or degree in veterinary technology gets priority
- RVT who performs dental extractions gets priority.
- Knowledge of veterinary terminology , drug dose calculations.
- Experience with friendly small animal and restraint skills.
- Proficiency in small animal IV catheterization and sample collection
- Familiarity with veterinary critical care and emergency procedures
- Knowledge of animal husbandry and nutrition
- Candidate must be able to work in a team environment, polite ,team player and punctual at work
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$20.00- $35.
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Ability toRelocate:
Morgan Hill, CA 95037: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings