Veterinary Assistant

Victoria Animal Hospital

Riverside, CA, United States
Base: $19.00 – $21.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
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 provide compassionate care and support in a busy, community-focused environment. The position requires at least one year of clinical experience and offers competitive pay along with various benefits

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing exceptional care to dogs and cats in a busy one-doctor hospital setting.
  • Candidates must be skilled in performing basic exam procedures, venipuncture, and digital radiology.
  • The company offers career development opportunities, CE programs at no cost, and competitive benefits including 401(k) matching.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Victoria Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to provide compassionate care and support in a busy, community-focused environment. The position requires at least one year of clinical experience and offers competitive pay along with various benefits.

Salary

Base: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 401(k) matching, health insurance, 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 execution

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 skills for cytology analysis

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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