Veterinary Assistant - Internal Medicine - Advanced Veterinary Specialists Advanced Veterinary Specialists, located in scenic Santa Barbara, is a premier specialty and emergency veterinary hospital committed to providing exceptional care to pets in need. We offer a range of specialized services, including internal medicine, surgery, cardiology, oncology, and emergency care, delivered by a team of dedicated professionals. We are currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our Internal Medici... more details
Veterinary Assistant – Internal Medicine – Advanced Veterinary Specialists
Advanced Veterinary Specialists, located in scenic Santa Barbara, is a premier specialty and emergency veterinary hospital committed to providing exceptional care to pets in need. We offer a range of specialized services, including internal medicine, surgery, cardiology, oncology, and emergency care, delivered by a team of dedicated professionals.
We are currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our Internal Medicine team. The successful candidate will work closely with our board-certified Internists to provide high-quality care to patients with complex medical conditions.
As a Veterinary Assistant in the Internal Medicine department, you be responsible for the following duties:
Provide compassionate care and monitoring for animals admitted to the internal medicine department
Assist with a variety of diagnostic procedures
Communicate effectively with pet owners, offering guidance on their animal's condition and treatment options.
Maintain accurate medical records and ensure equipment is properly maintained and sterilized.
Assist veterinarians during procedures such as biopsies and aspiration cytology.
Collaborate closely with other veterinary professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
Advocate for the well-being of patients, ensuring they receive appropriate care and treatment.
Other duties as assigned.
Compensation range: $18.00 - $26.00 hr. primarily determined by role and experience level.
Work schedule:
4/10 work week
Weekend and holiday flexibility required.
Basic required qualifications:
General understanding and experience with small animal restraint with a focus on cats and dogs
High school diploma
Calm, professional demeanor.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Reliable time management and problem-solving skills; working efficiently and effectively throughout the hospital.
Multi-task various duties and responsibilities in a timely and reliable manner, with appropriate follow-through and accuracy.
Understand and follow established hospital processes and procedures (i.e. SOPs)
Able to work well independently as well as with a team.
Basic understanding of veterinary medical terminology.
Preferred qualifications:
Enrolled in a veterinary technology program.
Clinical experience working/interning in a veterinary hospital.
Benefits of working for AVS:
Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, and 3 weeks accrued paid time off
Monthly in-house RACE-approved courses and staff development opportunities forall employees!
Get paid to learn! We’ll cover eligible expenses for continuing education and coursework!
We also pay YOU when you hit major career milestones, earn your RVT or your VTS and get a cash bonus!
Join us at Advanced Veterinary Specialists and become part of a team that is making a difference in the lives of animals and their families every day. Apply now to take the next step in your veterinary career!
For more information, contact your ETHOS Talent Acquisition Partner by email at [email protected].
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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