ETHOS Urgent Care of Oceanside is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team!
About Ethos Urgent Care Center:  Ethos is committed to providing a gold standard in veterinary medicine. We are excited to announce the opening of Ethos Urgent Care in veterinary medicine. Our nursing staff are an integral part of providing the highest level of care. We strive to bring together hard working, caring and intelligent people who love to serve and help the community.
   Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 1pm - 10pm & Saturday - Sunday 10am - 7pm
About the Job:  As a Veterinary Assistant in Urgent Care you will be responsible for:Triaging patients Obtaining and reporting vitals, prioritizing patient treatments and delegating tasks if neededRecognize changes in patient status and report to doctorUtilizing different imaging modalities (radiographs,ultrasound)Administer and monitor patients for anesthetic/sedation proceduresCompensation range: $18.42 - $23.53 hourly. Compensation is based on experience and education. 

Responsibilities:Serve as an intermediary between doctor and client for non-essential communicationCollect and summarize detailed histories regarding patients that present through the ER following triage with ER TechniciansCreate and present treatment plans to clientCommunicate between doctors and technicians what treatments (blood draws, procedures, etc.) need to be done.Assist doctor with patient related tasks through entirety of shift.Assist with collecting deposits.Manage consent forms with client.Document conversations between clients and the attending doctor.Handle miscellaneous prescriptions requests, client callbacks, labwork entries etc.
About You:High school diploma or equivalent required; candidates from vocational co-op programs also consideredKnowledge and practical application of basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division is required2 years of experience working in a veterinary hospital setting required. Recent graduates with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Technology or students in the field will be considered first.
Benefits:Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set.Partnership with Purdue VT program/scholarshipsCompetitive Vet Assistant and RVT CE allowance annuallyVetBloom access: Race approved continuing education, training, and curriculum libraryLicense application and renewal reimbursement for RVT’sFinancial support and onsite mentorship toward pursuit of VTSHealth and wellness programs including access to League wellness app and on onsite Veterinary Social WorkerOpportunities for growth and advancement Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks accrued paid time off, and uniforms At Ethos Urgent Care, we strive to provide exceptional care to our patients. Without our dedicated and talented staff, we wouldn't be able to provide the level of service our patients need. 

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health 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.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.


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