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South Davis Veterinary Center
Veterinary Assistant
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$42,405 / year median in California
+22% projected growth
Job Description
South Davis Veterinary Center has been an AAHA accredited hospital since 2015. We provide a place for people to bring their animal companions where they can trust that their loved ones will be cared for in every way. We are looking for an experienced veterinary assistant who strives to provide compassionate care to pets and the people who care for them. Our aim is to promote the highest level of health for each of our patients so that our clients can enjoy their company for as long as possible. We are a full-service general practice, equipped with digital radiology, ultrasound, surgical suite and a full dental suite. We are constantly be pushing ourselves to learn new skills and grow as people. Our aim is to promote optimal health for each of our patients, so that they can remain in the good company of their human companions as long as possible. Davis is a quiet, friendly community located 20 minutes outside of beautiful Sacramento, California. Known for great schools and its famous Farmer's Market, it is a wonderful community to work in and call home. Since it is located close to Sacramento, access to local events such as brew festivals, concerts at the Golden One Center, and even the American River Trail are a breeze. South Davis Veterinary Center is proud to offer:
- Medical & Dental Health Benefits
- Paid CE and license reimbursement
- Paid time off
- 401K with company contributions
- Pet Health discounts The Ideal Candidate will:
- Be a person with great communication skills, who can lead with compassion and empathy
- Have at least 1 years of experience in a veterinary practice, excelling at basic patient handling and treatments
- Have knowledge of the Cornerstone practice software system, and basic computer skills
Available Shift:
Full Time Monday through Friday 9am to 6pm (1 hour lunch) Check out our website at www.southdavisvet.com. Pre-employment screening required upon hire. If you think you would be a good fit for our practice, please submit a Resume and Cover letter to the Indeed email with attention to Sally.Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$22.00- $27.