Veterinary Assistant

Are you looking for an environment to expand your veterinary nursing skills while working with a supportive team of RVT's, Veterinary Assistants and Doctors? You may be a "Superhero" in disguise!! Adobe is unlike any other hospital for many reasons, and one of them is our Open Hospital policy.

Our Open Hospital allows our clients to stay with their pet throughout their visit. This policy also creates a unique learning experience that will not only allow you to gain knowledge and experience with your technician skills but also in client interaction and education. Our hospital is very fast paced!

We see a mix of scheduled appointments like wellness and general practice visits as well elective soft tissue surgeries. This position is perfect for someone who is looking to gain experience in all aspects of veterinary medicine. Due to the pandemic, emergency and urgent care have been directed to our Los Altos location.

We are looking forward to accepting these types of cases in the future. Adobe Animal Hospital joined the National Veterinary Associate community in 2022. NVA is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

Previous Experience Requirement: at least 2-years or more Veterinary Assistant experience and/or valid California RVT license, or RVT candidate. Base Wage: $21.75- $25.25 + additional differentials, see below! Shifts: Day Position Location: Los Gatos, Ca Wages & Differentials Base wages are determined by what skills you know on the Adobe competency skills list.

During the interview process we will ask you to review our competency list and complete a self-evaluation so we may assess your current Veterinary Assistant/Technician skill level. Differentials- additional pay that can be added onto your base wage for specific skills, or shifts. 40-Hour Work Week- $2.25/hour Weekend- $3/hour RVT License-$6/hour VTS Certification -$10/hour Veterinary Nursing Responsibilities Offer genuine client service at all times and maintain a professional, courteous, and helpful attitude at all times.

Have excellent communication skills (written and oral) and incredible attention to detail. Ability to maintain excellent teamwork & communication skills under stressful situations Open to helping in other departments when needed Able to help direct the workflow of scheduled appointments, technician appointments, scheduled urgent care appointments, and any patient care needed for those pets Interact with clients and patients, take an efficient and accurate history, and obtain patient vitals, explain treatments, procedures, medications, and disease processes Give IM, IV, and SQ injections, ability to obtain blood samples from multiple sites Understanding of vital parameters (T, HR/pulse rate, RR, MM/CRT), ability to accurately obtain them, and knowledge of what abnormalities need to be reported to the doctor Understand common disease processes and possess knowledge of and ability to use appropriate medical terminology Familiarity with common medications and their applications, standard doses, and contraindications, accurately calculate dosages, administer medications, calculate and draw up IV fluid additives Ability to receive multiple oral and written patient care instructions, and efficiently and accurately perform them in a timely manner "Tech checks", triage patients, tech calls, accurately and efficiently provide advice to owners in person or over the phone, relay phone messages to doctors and clients Requirements 18 years or older High school diploma or equivalent At least 2 years or more Veterinary Assistant experience and/or valid California RVT license, or RVT candidate. Fluent in English (written and oral) Background check when offered a position Must be able to lift or move 40lbs by yourself Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, and feel using hands and arms on a regular and consistent basis, sitting and standing for long periods of time.

Must be able to work Saturday 2-3 holidays per year at our Los Altos location. Benefits Health benefits, dental, vision & more! Paid sick, vacation & holiday time Continuing education for professional development Scholarships are available to those that want to pursue Veterinary Technician School for their RVT license 401k benefits Discounted Veterinary services Employee Assistance Program Additional benefits 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.