Veterinary Assistant

Overview

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The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the hospital team who supports and assists the veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and other associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

Preferred Education/Licenses: Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Preferred Experience: Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs at a level that aids in the efficiency of the practice.

• Help maintain the flow of patients
• Communicate with the veterinarian and vet techs
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance
• Adhere to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care
• Mentor other members of the hospital team

We’re looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated to their work, have a positive attitude and use our Five Principles — Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom — as their guide. Vet Assistants are action oriented, customer focused, good listeners and effective communicators.

Benefits include a comprehensive package to support personal wellness and professional development. Eligibility varies by employment status.

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) participation with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid parental leave and continuing education allowance (where eligible)
• Employee assistance programs and mental health resources
• Identity protection, legal plan, and other voluntary protections
• Discounts and pet wellness plans for your pets
• Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time Associates are eligible for all benefit programs; part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*) where applicable.

Westlake Village, CA

Pay Range: $17.60 - $22.49 Hourly. The specific rate is determined based on experience, skill level, and education, and may vary by location or applicable minimum wage laws.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, veteran status, or disability.