Veterinary Assistant

Victoria Animal Hospital

Riverside, CA, United States
Base: $19.00 – 21.00 ph; bonus/equity: performance...
Full-time, five 8-hour shifts per week; saturday coverage required.
1+ years clinical experience as veterinary technician or assistant
Proper animal handling and restraint skills
Venipuncture and iv catheter placement skills
Victoria Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team in Riverside, CA. The role offers competitive pay and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on providing exceptional care to pets and their owners

Job Summary

  • The position offers a competitive salary of $19.00 – 21.00 per hour depending on experience and certifications.
  • The role requires performing basic exam procedures, digital radiology, and complete dental procedures including scaling and polishing.
  • Employees receive benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and free CE programs through AmeriVet.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Victoria Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team in Riverside, CA. The role offers competitive pay and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on providing exceptional care to pets and their owners.

Salary

Base: $19.00 – 21.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Performance bonuses available; Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) matching, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 1+ years clinical experience as veterinary technician or assistant
  • Proper animal handling and restraint skills
  • Venipuncture and IV catheter placement skills
  • Digital radiology positioning capabilities
  • Complete dental procedure execution

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for working with animals and owners
  • Excellent client communication and education skills
  • Comfortable with general anesthesia and surgical assisting
  • Laboratory skills including microscope and IDEXX
  • Adaptable to working well with current team members

Key Requirements

  • 1+ years clinical experience required
  • AVMA-accredited degree preferred but not required
  • Full-time schedule with Saturday coverage required

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