Veterinary Assistant

Victoria Animal Hospital

Riverside, CA, United States
Base: $19.00 – 21.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specifi...
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1+ years clinical experience as veterinary assistant
Proper animal handling and restraint skills
Accurate medical history collection
** Victoria Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team in Riverside, California. The position requires at least one year of clinical experience, with a focus on providing compassionate care for animals while ensuring excellent client communication. **

Job Summary

  • Victoria Animal Hospital is a long-standing general practice seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to provide exceptional care to dogs and cats.
  • The role requires performing basic exam procedures, venipuncture, digital radiology, and complete dental procedures in a busy 1-doctor hospital setting.
  • Employees receive competitive pay, career development opportunities, free CE programs through AmeriVet, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Victoria Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team in Riverside, California. The position requires at least one year of clinical experience, with a focus on providing compassionate care for animals while ensuring excellent client communication. **

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 1+ years clinical experience as veterinary assistant
  • Proper animal handling and restraint skills
  • Accurate medical history collection
  • Basic exam procedure performance
  • Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
  • Digital radiology positioning
  • Complete dental procedures including scaling

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for working with animals and owners
  • Excellent client communication and education
  • Adaptable to working with doctors and team
  • Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
  • Microscope and cytology laboratory skills
  • IDEXX laboratory system proficiency

Key Requirements

  • 1+ years clinical experience as veterinary technician or assistant
  • Degree from AVMA-accredited program preferred but not required
  • Skilled in cephalic, saphenous, and jugular IV catheter placement
  • Comfortable with general anesthesia and surgical assisting
  • Full-time availability including Saturday coverage

Work Rights

Not specified

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