<p>If you are a hardworking individual looking to join a team of like-minded people with a passion for excellence in veterinary medicine, VCA Los Altos Animal Hospital is for you!</p> <p>We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team of dedicated veterinary professionals at our fast-paced multi-doctor practice located in Long Beach. Our practice provides high-quality care to our patients in a positive, team-oriented work environment.</p> <p>Compensation $17.00 - $22.50 based on skill level and experience</p> <p>Why We Need You</p> <p>As a member of our team, your mission will be to support our Doctors and Technician team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Duties will include, but are not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Anesthetic monitoring </li><li>Dentistry skills </li><li>Venipuncture </li><li>Catheter placement </li><li>Cystocentesis </li><li>Physical examinations and patient assessment </li><li>Preparing the surgical suite </li><li>Patient recovery </li><li>Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging </li><li>Giving injections and vaccinations </li><li>Performing nail trims, anal gland expressions, and ear cleaning </li><li>Filling prescriptions </li><li>Providing compassionate care and a home away from home for hospitalized pets </li><li>Maintaining medical records. </li><li>Maintaining a clean and well-organized treatment area </li></ul> <p>Requirements</p> <ul> <li>1-2 years of clinical experience </li><li>High school diploma required </li></ul> <p>Why You Should Consider Us</p> <p>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!</p> <p>We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com</p> <p>If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.</p> <p>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!</p> <p>The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)</p> <p>We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com</p>