Santa Cruz, CA30+ days ago
Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors • Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s) • Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans • Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry • Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release • Adhere to the hospitals safety and wellness regulations • Understand and carry out oral and written directions • Maintain accurate medical records • Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift • Promote hospital products and services and support the organization • Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT). The veterinary assistant provides support to the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work.