Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Internal Medicine

Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Our Internal Medicine Specialty Department has a full time opportunity available for a Veterinary Technician/Assistant. VCA California Veterinary Specialists here in Ontario is the largest 24 hours Emergency and Specialty hospital in the Inland Empire. For over a decade, we have provided exceptional veterinary service and patient care. We take pride in what we do and are looking for a motivated individual who is willing to work with a strong team of individuals in a fast paced environment. We are looking for someone who is proficient with the following skills:

• Strong client communication skills are a must: technicians obtain histories, present treatment plans, review discharge instructions and medications, and provide client education on more complex disease processes treated by Internal Medicine.
• Strong patient restraint and handling skills.
• Monitor and perform treatments for patients requiring intensive management, recognize significant changes in the patient's condition, and notify the Doctor.
• Run in-house lab samples and handle submissions to outside laboratories.
• Experienced with venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Anesthetic induction (RVTs) and monitoring of sensitive and potentially critically ill patients for advanced diagnostic procedures (CT, endoscopy, bone marrow aspirates, joint taps, and more)
• Utilizing, specialized equipment and/or cleaning Storz and Olympus endoscopy equipment is a plus!
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Assist the Doctor with ongoing dynamics of a specific case, including call backs, prescription handling, medical records, etc.
• Experience in Internal Medicine is preferred but not required

This position is full-time Tuesday Friday and 4/10 hour work week

Compensation: $20-$23/ hour Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!