RVT/Experienced DVM Assistant - Old Towne Animal Hospital

Cool Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full time RVT or veterinary assistant to join our team. We are located in Cool, California. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, 401K, holiday pay, paid time off, continuing education, uniform allowance and pet benefits.

You must have previous experience working in the veterinary field or at least be in the fourth term of a Veterinary Technician schooling program.

Candidate must be reliable, possess excellent communication skills, strong work ethic, strategic thinking, extreme attention to detail, and be able to multi-task while maintaining a friendly and positive attitude.

Other skills include:

General product knowledge: flea and heartworm preventatives, medications, vaccines, etc.

Ability to multi-task without losing accuracy and focus

Ability to prioritize tasks

Confident animal handling skills

Team player

Ability to perform TPR, surgical assisting, dentistry knowledge, blood draws, basic laboratory, etc.

Self-motivated learner

Flexibility of schedule

Good customer service skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge of pharmacology

Easily adaptable to different clients, fellow staff, management styles and overall day to day changes.

Professional appearance

Duties include, but not limited to:

Answering phones, scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records

Communicating with clients regarding patient care

Assisting doctors with medical care of patients

Cleaning cages and kennels and general care of hospitalized patients

Filling multiple prescriptions per day with accuracy and extensive attention to detail. This includes contacting outside pharmacies.