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Veterinary Practice Partners
Veterinary Assistant Walnut Creek, CA
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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
Veterinary Assistant
Walnut Creek, CA
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.Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!
What to Expect
As you join our mission to provide progressive, high-quality, compassionate medical and surgical care for your canine and feline family members, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, retirement for full-time employees
Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
Employee pet discounts! Because we know your pets are family, too.
No evening or weekend hours!
Salary:
$21.00 - $26.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.Schedule:
Four 10 hour shifts per weekKey Responsibilities:
Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries. Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed Maintain accurate medical records Communicate with pet owners about their pets' care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environmentQualifications:
At least 1 year of veterinary experience. Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment. Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately. About Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek Our skilled veterinarians can learn a lot about your dog or cat's health through a regular hands-on exam. There are many times, though, when they need to look deeper. In those situations, they rely on our state-of-the-art in-house diagnostic equipment. From digital x-ray and in-house laboratory services to abdominal ultrasound and echocardiogram, we have everything we need to perform comprehensive in-house diagnostics. #VETASST Apply for this job- indicates a required field First Name
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