Veterinary Assistant

Victoria Animal Hospital

Riverside, CA, US
Base: $19.00 – $21.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Full-time, five 8-hour shifts per week, with 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 in Riverside, CA, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to provide excellent care for pets in the community. Candidates should have at least 1 year of clinical experience and a passion for animal care, with a focus on teamwork and communication

Job Summary

  • The position requires a dedicated team member to provide exceptional care to dogs and cats in the Riverside community.
  • Candidates must be skilled in performing basic exam procedures, venipuncture, and complete dental procedures including scaling and polishing.
  • The hospital offers competitive pay, career development opportunities, and CE programs provided by AmeriVet at no cost.

Matching Summary

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Victoria Animal Hospital in Riverside, CA, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to provide excellent care for pets in the community. Candidates should have at least 1 year of clinical experience and a passion for animal care, with a focus on teamwork and communication.

Salary

Base: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) matching, student loan assistance, paid time off

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 performance

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for working with animals and owners
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Comfortable with general anesthesia and surgical assisting
  • Experience with IDEXX laboratory equipment
  • Microscope cytology skills

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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