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San Francisco Animal Medical Center
Emergency Veterinary Assistant or RVT Wanted!
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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
San Francisco Animal Medical Center is looking for an experienced veterinary assistant or RVT for our ER department. We are passionate about providing excellent care and high standard of medicine to our clients and patients, as well as a positive and supportive work environment to our staff. Strong applicants will be proficient in the following skills:
- Animal restraint and handling (especially as pertains to critical patients)
- Venipuncture and IVC placement
- Emergency triage
- CPR / Trauma support
- Providing oxygen support and caring for oxygen dependent patients
- Hospitalizing patients and preparing treatment sheets
- Communication with doctors and patient advocacy
- Competent with medical calculations (including but not limited to drug calculations, constant rate infusions, and fluid additives) Candidate must also be able to stand for long periods, crouch, and lift up to 40 pounds.
About us:
San Francisco Animal Medical Center (SFAMC) is a fast-growing Primary, Emergency and Specialty practice in the heart of San Francisco. We are led and owned by a partnership of doctors, noted specialists, and technicians who call the Bay Area their home. We provide a full range of veterinary care under one roof. Our skilled doctors work together as a team to provide the most comprehensive and highest quality care in veterinary medicine. From wellness and primary care to complex specialty cases, we are here for clients and their companions. SFAMC's partners and doctors are some of the country's most renowned and skilled board-certified veterinary specialists. We are looking for a team of technicians and assistants to embark with us in providing excellence in veterinary care. At SF AMC we strive for a positive work environment with an emphasis on open communication, staff support, and opportunities to learn. Together we can build an inclusive environment that supports the needs of our working community and our growing, fast-paced hospital.Job Type:
Full-time, Part-Time Schedule Options:
(can be adjusted)- Sunday
- Wednesday 6 am
- 4:30 pm
- Sunday
- Wednesday 7:30 am
- 6 pm
- Sunday
- Tuesday 7 am
- 7:30 pm
- Sunday
- Wednesday 2 pm
- 12:30 am (swing differential)
- Wednesday
- Saturday 6 am
- 4:30 pm
- Thursday-Saturday 7pm-7:30am (graveyard differential) Hourly Base Rate(doesnt include differential): $26
- $40 per hour
Differentials:
+$3/hr for shifts ending after 12 am (but before 4 am), +$5/hr for shifts ending between 5-7 am, +$7/hr for shifts ending after 7 am.Benefits:
We offer medical & dental benefits, 401(k), PTO, scrubs, pretax commuter benefits, parking reimbursement, & CE stipend.Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$28.00- $40.
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Application Question(s): Are you able to work one of the schedule options provided? If so, which?Experience:
Veterinary medicine: 2 years (Required) Emergency department/hospital veterinary: 1 year (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Health Insurance