Veterinary Assistant - Veterinary Medical Center of Woodland Hills

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** Veterinary Assistant**### Veterinary Medical Center of Woodland Hills | Woodland Hills, CA## Join Our Team  Veterinary Medical Center of Woodland Hills is looking for an
** experienced, compassionate Part-Time Veterinary Assistant
** to join our growing team. We are a busy, collaborative hospital with a team of five doctors, and we value teamwork, cross-training, and continued learning.  We’re looking for someone who is confident working with patients and clients, enjoys a fast-paced environment, and is motivated to expand their veterinary skills.
** Pay: $21.00–$25.00/hour, depending on experience*
* ** Part-time position*
* ** Open availability, including Saturdays**  ## What You'll DoAs a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll work closely with our Veterinarians and veterinary technicians to provide excellent patient care and keep the hospital running smoothly.

Responsibilities include:

* Safely handling and restraining patients
* Rooming patients and assisting with appointments
* Assisting veterinarians and veterinary technicians with exams, treatments, and procedures
* Placing IV catheters and performing venipuncture
* Running in-house laboratory testing using
** IDEXX
* ** Obtaining diagnostic radiographs and ensuring proper patient positioning
* Preparing patients for surgery
* Assisting with surgical recovery
* Monitoring anesthesia under the direction of the veterinary team
* Demonstrating basic at-home care to clients, such as ear cleaning and medication administration
* Providing compassionate and professional client communication
* Maintaining knowledge of commonly used medications
* Preparing medication labels and filling prescriptions
* Cleaning, disinfecting, and restocking treatment areas and supplies
* Cross-training with other members of the veterinary team as needed
* Contributing to a positive, supportive, and collaborative hospital environment  ## What We're Looking For
* Previous veterinary assistant experience;
** 2+ years preferred
*** Experience with animal handling and restraint
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced veterinary environment
* Experience with venipuncture and IV catheter placement preferred
* Familiarity with in-house laboratory equipment, particularly
** IDEXX**, preferred
* Experience obtaining radiographs and positioning patients
* Experience assisting with surgery and anesthesia monitoring
* Knowledge of commonly used veterinary medications
* Comfortable communicating with clients and providing basic client education
* Positive, dependable, and team-oriented attitude
* Willingness to learn and cross-train
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient care
* ** Availability to work Saturdays*
* ** Benefits
* * At Ameri Vet, we recognize the dedication it takes to provide exceptional veterinary care. We offer benefits and resources designed to support our veterinary professionals both personally and professionally.
* Competitive compensation
* Career development and advancement opportunities
* Pet care discounts for personal pets
* Referral program
* Opportunities to grow within the Ameri Vet network of 200+ partnering practices
* Supportive teams and opportunities to learn from experienced veterinary professionals  ## About Veterinary Medical Center of Woodland Hills Veterinary Medical Center of Woodland Hills is a growing veterinary hospital supported by a team of five doctors and a collaborative support staff. The hospital recently completed an expansion and is continuing to improve and remodel its space.  Our team strives to provide excellent patient care by working together seamlessly.

We believe in
** cross-training, supporting one another, and creating opportunities for team members to continue developing their skills.
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