What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant and Receptionist position at Rancho Mesa Animal Hospital?
Rancho Mesa Animal Hospital is a long-standing general practice for small animals with deep ties to the community. Our hospital is well established in the Mira Mesa area with multigenerational clients and patients. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing a pet grow from a youngster to a senior and knowing you contributed to that pets well being.
We are a family oriented hospital that values work life balance and aspires to maintain a team that works very well together.
We are looking for a veterinary assistant to help provide medical care and customer assistance as needed. Our next team member must be bright, responsible, self-motivated, and work well with others. They must be comfortable with speaking to owners, and handling friendly and sometimes difficult animals. We are willing to train and invest our time in the right candidate.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Patient Care
- Customer Service
- Assisting our doctors
- Blood collection and processing
- Radiographs
- Monitoring surgery and sedations
- Assist in dentals
- Reception work
WE WILL TRAIN
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
- Ability to walk, stand, bend, lift, kneel, and reach constantly during an 8 hour work day.
Schedule:
- Full time
- 8 hour shift
- Must be available on Saturdays
The Right Candidate Will Have:
- Desire to learn and work in this industry
- Self-motivation to get tasks done
- Outgoing personality
- Grace under pressure
- Detail oriented
- Strong work ethic
- Great communication skills
What we offer:
- Competitive pay
- Medical benefit for future employees
- 401k match
- Stable work schedule
- Paid Vacation
- Pet care discounts
- Uniform and CE allowance
- Sick Pay
Please bring your resume in person to our clinic, and be prepared for a walk-in interview.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
- Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- San Diego, CA 92126: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19