Veterinary Assistant Job at Horizon Veterinary Specialists, Ventura, CA

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  • Horizon Veterinary Specialists
  • Ventura, CA

Job Description



Horizon Veterinary Specialists, founded in August 2018 by five board-certified veterinarians, aims to drive positive influence in the veterinary community. With a state-of-the-art facility, a culture centered on inclusion and education, and a passion for excellent medicine, Horizon is committed to serving patients and clients, while supporting the dedicated professionals in veterinary medicine.

Our 24/7 emergency and critical care team serves small animal patients across Ventura and surrounding counties, accepting walk-ins and referrals. We have a large, fully equipped, multi-unit ICU that includes an isolation ward and quiet rooms. Our emergency department team is fortunate to have access to our Internal Medicine department six days a week, for consultation and supportive services.

We are a growing practice who is always looking for skilled, caring and compassionate people to join our team! Our team at Horizon Veterinary Specialists works in a collaborative, yet driven environment which provides abundant opportunities for growth, development, and patient/client service . We understand and embrace the importance of every pet as a family member and treat each one with the utmost care.

Learn more at about us at  horizonvets.com

Job Description



We are seeking compassionate Veterinary Assistants to join our medical care team! This is an entry-level position where on the job training will be provided. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be detail-oriented, is excited and motivated to learn, and have a passion for providing high-quality care to animals!

This is a full-time position, temporary/seasonal help need not apply.

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

General housekeeping, laundry, sanitizing various medical areas, sterilizing equipment and surfaces, stocking of supplies, animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, venipuncture, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and other routine supportive functions.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development!

Qualifications



We're Looking For:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and push or pull up to 100 lbs.
  • Ability to change between frequent sitting, standing, bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, and walking.
  • Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts.
  • Availability to work some weekends.
  • Experience with safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques would be ideal, but not required.
  • Collaborative team-player to ensure optimal patient care.
  • Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning.
  • Strong reading comprehension and math skills at a high school graduate level or above.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities (with guidance).
  • Professional communication skills, both with peers and clients.
  • Ability to handle high-stress situations with poise.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards.

The ideal candidate for this position will be accountable, responsible, motivated, proactive, trustworthy, and dependable.

Additional Information



This is a full-time position, temporary/seasonal help need not apply.

We offer our staff:

  • Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees 
  • Paid Bereavement Program 
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Continuing Education Allowance (applicable to licensed employees)
  • Tuition Assistance Program 
  • Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
  • Career Development Opportunities 
  • Referral Bonus Program for most positions! 
  • Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc) 

*Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit:

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Seasonal work, Remote job, Shift work, Weekend work,

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