Affordable Animal Hospital is a full-service provider of quality companion animal medical care to Silverlake, California, and the surrounding areas. Our mission is guided by kindness and compassion where our team delivers the care to each pet that they would want their own pet to receive. Not only do we administer care in the clinic, but we also push for owner education and provide a wide range of guidelines and information available to assist clients following their visit
We specialize in preventative care, dentistry, and surgeries. Our experts provide individualized vaccine programs based on age, breed, and environment. We perform regular checkups with nutritional and behavioral counseling to monitor the overall health of our clients. Affordable Animal Hospital is well versed in handling surgeries in our innovative surgery suite, whether that involves orthopedic procedures, dental work, or spays and neuters.
There is much to discover in the geographical center and oldest city in Los Angeles County: Silverlake. Silverlake is a diverse city that presents residents with excellent work/life balance, affordable housing, and economic opportunity. Recent growth has attracted many young professionals and middle-class families to settle down in Silverlake’s neighborhoods. Public transportation and the freeway system allow you convenient access to LA’s museums, amusement parks, beaches, and entertainment centers.
Veterinary Technician Job Duties:
- Obtain medical history from client
- Administering medications to animals in a safe manner
- Vaccine schedules
- Proper restraining of animals during exams and procedures
- Taking vital signs accurately and collecting lab samples
- Performing dental cleanings
- Radiology set up and positioning
- Filling of prescriptions
- Collect laboratory specimens
- Maintaining laboratory equipment
- Providing pre & post-operative care to our patients
- Ensure all surgical instruments are properly wrapped and sterilized
- General housekeeping duties
- Educate Pet Parents
- Ability to communicate effectively to Veterinarians and Hospital staff
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Basic understanding of animal behavior and health care
- Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- Passion for working with animals and their owners
- Five (5) year previous experience in animal care or in a clinic preferred but not necessary
- Ability to prioritize and manage numerous different patient needs at one time
- Knowledge of Avimark practice-management software
- Knowledge of IDEXX in-house equipment and reference laboratory.
- Familiarity of appointment based and walk-in friendly clinics
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
Supplemental pay types:
Application Question(s):
- What is your expected pay?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Veterinary Technician: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person