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Veterinary Assistant Southwest Veterinary Hospital
Job Description
Veterinary Assistant - Minimum 2 Years Experience
Join the Team at 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 two-doctor, full-service canine and feline hospital that has proudly served our community since 1938. At Southwest Veterinary Hospital, we combine compassionate medicine with modern technology to provide exceptional care for our patients while creating a workplace where our team members can thrive.
Our Veterinary Assistants are an essential part of our medical team. Working alongside our veterinarians and Registered Veterinary Technicians, our assistants help deliver exceptional patient care while ensuring our hospital runs efficiently. From appointments and surgery to patient nursing and client education, you'll have the opportunity to fully utilize your skills while continuing to grow professionally.
We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who is compassionate, dependable, eager to learn, and committed to providing outstanding care for our patients and exceptional service for our clients.
Why Choose Southwest Veterinary Hospital?
Safe & Quality Medicine
Our team stays educated and utilizes the most up-to-date techniques and recommendations to provide exceptional patient care. We are committed to practicing high-quality medicine while maintaining a safe environment for both our patients and our staff.
Continue Growing Your Skills
We encourage our Veterinary Assistants to continue expanding their knowledge and experience. You'll work alongside an experienced medical team and have opportunities to develop your technical skills while contributing to exceptional patient care every day.
Friendly & Inclusive Culture
We know great medicine starts with a great team. Our culture is built on mutual respect, kindness, accountability, and teamwork. We celebrate our successes together, support one another through the challenging days, and continually strive to make Southwest Veterinary Hospital an exceptional place to work.
We Like to Have Fun!
Veterinary medicine can be challenging, but we believe enjoying where you work is just as important. We work hard, support one another, celebrate milestones, and genuinely enjoy spending our days together.
Work-Life Balance
We believe quality work-life balance is essential to providing exceptional patient care. We strive to provide consistent scheduling and are happy to discuss a schedule that works well for both you and our hospital.
About You
Experienced Veterinary Assistant
Requirements:
Clinical Skills
Experience with the following is preferred:
What Makes You Successful
You're someone who:
Schedule
Our hospital is currently open:
As our hospital continues to grow, we look forward to expanding our hours and services. We'd love to discuss a schedule that works well for you.
Compensation
We believe each team member should be compensated based on their knowledge, skills, experience, and the value they bring to our hospital.
Expected pay range: $17.00-$21.00 per hour
Benefits
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking to join a supportive team that values quality medicine, collaboration, and professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.
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.
At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:
If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!
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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Location:
Bakersfield, California, United States
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