Ethos Veterinary Health

Veterinary Assistant, Oncology, AVS

Oncology - Santa Barbara, CA - Full Time

Veterinary Assistant - Oncology - AVS Santa Barbara
 
Advanced Veterinary Specialists, located in beautiful Santa Barbara, is a premier specialty and emergency veterinary hospital committed to providing exceptional care to pets in need. . We offer a range of specialized services, including internal medicine, surgery, cardiology, oncology, and emergency care, delivered by a team of dedicated professionals.

We are currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our Oncology team. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for animal care, excellent communication skills, and a desire to work in a fast-paced veterinary clinic. As a Veterinary Assistant, you will play a crucial role in assisting our veterinarians and supporting our clients throughout their pet's treatment processes.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Assist veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and medical procedures.
  • Handle and restrain animals during procedures and treatments.
  • Perform laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures under the supervision of veterinarians.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of examination rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites.
  • Provide compassionate care and support to clients and their pets.
  • Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians.
  • Assist with client communication and education on pet care and treatment plans.
Compensation range: $18.00 - $26.00 hr. primarily determined by role and experience level.

Work schedule:
  • 4/10 work week
  • Weekend and holiday flexibility required.

Basic required qualifications:
  • General understanding and experience with small animal restraint with a focus on cats and dogs
  • High school diploma
  • Calm, professional demeanor.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Reliable time management and problem-solving skills; working efficiently and effectively throughout the hospital.
  • Multi-task various duties and responsibilities in a timely and reliable manner, with appropriate follow-through and accuracy.
  • Understand and follow established hospital processes and procedures (i.e. SOPs)
  • Able to work well independently as well as with a team.
  • Basic understanding of veterinary medical terminology.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Enrolled in a veterinary technology program.
  • Clinical experience working/interning in a veterinary hospital.
  • Benefits of working for AVS:
  • Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, and 3 weeks accrued paid time off.
  • Monthly in-house RACE-approved courses and staff development opportunities for all employees!
  • Get paid to learn!  We’ll cover eligible expenses for continuing education and coursework!
  • We also pay YOU when you hit major career milestones, earn your RVT or your VTS and get a cash bonus!
Join us at Advanced Veterinary Specialists and become part of a team that is making a difference in the lives of animals and their families every day.
Apply now to take the next step in your veterinary career!
 


Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
 
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