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Location Bakersfield, California
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Category
Veterinary Technician
Job ID
31834
Role Type
Open to Full-Time or Part-Time
Hospital
Southwest Veterinary Hospital

Southwest Veterinary Hospital is building an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative team and we want YOU to join us! 

About Us:

We are a 2 doctor, full-service, canine and feline hospital, serving the area since 1938! At Southwest Veterinary Hospital, we pride ourselves on providing a full spectrum of care for our patients. We strive to provide an exceptional combination of compassionate staff and leading-edge technology.

Veterinary Assistants play an integral role in our hospital whether they are handling patient care, taking care of clients, assisting doctors in surgery, or providing quality nursing care to hospitalized patients. You will fully utilize your skillset and continue developing your knowledge for years! We are looking for a compassionate assistant who is ready to put their skills and leadership ability to work!

Why choose us?

·   Safe and quality medicine. Our team stays educated and utilizes the most up-to-date techniques and recommendations for the best possible patient care. Our goal is to keep our patients AND staff safe while providing the best care possible.

  • Friendly/Inclusive Culture: Our team acknowledges that great results are only achieved through the teamwork that comes with mutual respect and kindness amongst our team and with our clients.

·   We like to have fun! We work hard and have difficult days but get through them as a TEAM. We continually work to create and maintain an excellent culture. All this hard work has fostered a jovial, considerate, and passionate group of people, we would love to have you as part of our community!

·   WORK-LIFE BALANCE! We believe a quality work-life balance is essential to continuing to provide amazing care to our community. We offer a set schedule, currently Monday – Saturday, and we’d love to talk about what schedule/shift would work best for you!

About You:

Committed Veterinary Assistant

·    You possess clinical skills and experience that include (but are not limited to):

·Patient assessment and physical examinations

·Phlebotomy and catheter placement

·Knowledge of radiology safety and proper technique

·Anesthesia monitoring proficiency

·Perioperative surgical nursing skills

·Routine dental prophylaxis experience

·Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures

·Previous veterinary experience is required

·Passionate about growth and development

·Positive attitude and TEAM player

·Excellent communication skills 

·Exceptional customer service and compassion for all clients and patients

·Adaptable to the demands of the day

·Ability to work efficiently, and remain calm during stressful situations

Schedule:

·   Our hospital is open Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm and Saturday 8:00am - 12:00pm

·   As our hospital grows, we look forward to offering additional hours to our clients! Don’t hesitate to reach out and see if we have a schedule that would work for you!

Compensation: We believe that each team member should be compensated based on their knowledge, skills, and experiences. We expect the range for a veterinary assistant to be $17-24 per hour.

Benefits:

·    Medical/Dental/Vision

L   Life insurance

·   Short- & Long-Term Disability

·   401K 

·  Vacation for Full Time Employees

·  Paid Holidays for Full Time Employees

·  Employee Pet Discount

F   For more information about our hospital, please visit: https://www.southwestveterinaryhospital.com

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA 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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