Veterinary Assistant - Internal Medicine

VCA Valley Animal Hospital and Emergency Center is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant for our Internal Medicine Department to share in our exciting, fast-paced environment. Most importantly, the ideal candidate will have excellent client service and communication skills, as we are a client-centric practice. Location: 4984 E 22nd St, Tucson, AZ 85711 Schedule: Full-time, Internal Medicine Salary Range : $ 18 - 30 per hour At VCA Animal Hospitals, we take our mission statement—your pet's health is our top priority, and excellent service is our goal—very seriously. We aim to exceed every pet parent's expectations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Venipuncture Catheter placement Radiology Anesthesia monitoring Physical examinations and patient assessment Surgical preparation and assisting Laboratory work Pharmacy Patient recovery Compassionate care for hospitalized patients QUALIFICATIONS Must have documented previous experience Flexibility in schedule Client Service Skills Working knowledge of computers Excellent communication skills Team player willing to learn new techniques and methods Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development). We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr