Relief Veterinary Assistant/Technician VCA Monte Vista Animal Hospital - 3.1 Concord, CA Job Details Temporary | Part-time | Full-time $25 - $35 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Uniform allowance Employee discount Professional development assistance Qualifications Companion animal handling Teamwork Animal hospital experience English Dog handling Organizational skills Veterinary assistant experience Full Job Description Position Summary The Relief Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Technician provides flexible clinical support to the veterinary hospital on an as-needed basis. This position is ideal for an experienced veterinary professional who is comfortable stepping into a busy hospital, adapting quickly to different workflows, and supporting the team wherever needed. The successful candidate will have previous experience working in a veterinary hospital and will be comfortable providing patient care, assisting with appointments and procedures, maintaining treatment areas, and supporting veterinarians and the hospital team. This position may be filled by an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician based on qualifications, experience, and applicable scope of practice. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Patient Care Assist with patient intake, restraint, examination, treatment, and discharge. Obtain and document patient weights, temperatures, histories, and other appropriate information. Provide compassionate, safe, and appropriate handling of dogs, cats, and other companion animals. Assist with hospitalized patient care, including feeding, walking, cleaning, monitoring, and treatment support. Administer medications and treatments within the individual's training, experience, and legally permitted scope of practice. Assist veterinarians and technicians with procedures, treatments, and patient care. Recognize changes in patient condition and promptly communicate concerns to the appropriate veterinary team member. Clinical & Technical Support Assist with blood draws, catheter placement, sample collection, laboratory testing, radiology, and other diagnostics based on experience and scope of practice. Assist with surgical preparation, patient preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and recovery as trained and permitted. Maintain accurate and timely medical records. Properly label, handle, and submit laboratory samples. Clean, disinfect, and maintain treatment and surgical areas and equipment. Maintain appropriate supplies and communicate inventory needs to hospital leadership. Client Service Provide professional, compassionate, and respectful interactions with clients. Assist with client education regarding medications, home care, preventive care, and follow-up instructions as directed by the veterinarian. Communicate clearly and professionally with clients and team members. Help create a positive client and patient experience. Team Support Work collaboratively with veterinarians, veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service representatives. Assist wherever needed to support patient flow and hospital operations. Demonstrate a willingness to jump in and help with tasks outside of an individual's primary assignment when appropriate. Maintain a positive and professional attitude when working with different doctors, team members, and hospital workflows. Relief Position Expectations Because this is a relief position, reliability, flexibility, and adaptability are essential. Relief team members are expected to: Arrive on time and prepared for scheduled shifts. Honor shifts that have been accepted and communicate promptly if an unexpected emergency prevents attendance. Be comfortable working with different doctors, team members, and hospital workflows. Quickly learn and follow hospital-specific protocols and procedures. Ask questions when clarification is needed. Work independently when appropriate while recognizing when assistance is needed. Maintain a professional and respectful attitude regardless of the team or department being supported. Provide consistent, dependable support during periods of increased patient volume or staffing needs. Communicate availability and scheduling needs clearly with hospital leadership.

Qualifications Required:

Previous professional experience working in a veterinary hospital. Demonstrated experience providing hands-on care to dogs and cats. Ability to safely restrain and handle patients. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced veterinary environment. Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills. Dependable attendance and professional conduct.

Preferred:

Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician.

RVT/LVT/CVT

credential, where applicable. Experience with venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory diagnostics, anesthesia monitoring, surgery, and hospitalized patient care. Experience working in a multi-doctor or high-volume veterinary hospital. Experience with veterinary practice management software. Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Ability to bend, kneel, reach, and work in a variety of positions. Ability to safely lift and carry animals and equipment. Ability to safely restrain animals of varying sizes. Ability to work around animal hair, allergens, bodily fluids, medications, cleaning products, and other veterinary hospital hazards. Core Competencies Reliability & accountability Adaptability Patient care Compassionate animal handling Teamwork & collaboration Communication Clinical competency Organization & attention to detail Professionalism Safety awareness Scope of Practice Duties and responsibilities will be assigned based on the individual's education, training, experience, credentials, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Veterinary Technicians may perform duties appropriate to their level of training and legal scope of practice, while Veterinary Assistants will perform duties appropriate to their training and role.

Pay:

$25.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 8.0 - 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Professional development assistance Uniform allowance Application Question(s): Are you available to work occasional Saturday shifts, as needed by the hospital?

Language:

English (Required)

Work Location:

In person