Veterinary Assistant
United Veterinary Care, Fairfield, CA, United States
Veterinary Assistant
Join Our Dynamic Team of Veterinary Assistants at Solano‑Napa Pet Emergency Clinic! Are you passionate about animals and thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment? Solano‑Napa Pet Emergency Clinic is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our emergency department team. Our Veterinary Assistants are crucial in delivering exceptional patient care and outstanding client service.
Key Responsibilities
Provide compassionate care: Utilize technical skills for diagnostic sample collection, venipuncture, radiography, medication, and fluid administration.
Maintain cleanliness: Ensure a clean and orderly facility by organizing and cleaning as a regular duty.
Assist in medical procedures: Help with patient procedures, surgeries, anesthetic induction and monitoring, and pre/post‑operative care.
Support doctors: Enhance the efficiency of doctors by anticipating their needs, aiding in medical care, record‑keeping, and client communication.
Collaborate with the team: Contribute to a supportive team environment, assisting with various roles, including customer service tasks.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in basic office functions within a busy environment.
Genuine love for animals and the ability to handle them with care, even when stressed, ill, or in pain.
Flexibility to meet clinic, patient, and staff needs with a positive attitude.
Professionalism and respect in interactions with team members.
Calm and efficient during medical crises.
Mature approach to job duties and excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and non‑verbal).
Physical capability to lift and restrain pets weighing at least 40 pounds and work on feet for most of the day.
Compensation
$20‑23
Benefits and Perks
Health, dental, and vision insurance through United Health Care UMR, with flexible spending or Health Savings Account options; complimentary short‑term disability and life insurance; additional voluntary benefits available.
Mental health support via Headspace, participation in a 401(k) plan with company matching.
Paid time off covering sick, personal, and vacation days.
Support for fertility and family building, LGBTQIA+ support, and musculoskeletal therapy programs.
Pet care discounts, a referral bonus program, and access to DailyPay on demand.
United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non‑discrimination laws.
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Join Our Dynamic Team of Veterinary Assistants at Solano‑Napa Pet Emergency Clinic! Are you passionate about animals and thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment? Solano‑Napa Pet Emergency Clinic is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our emergency department team. Our Veterinary Assistants are crucial in delivering exceptional patient care and outstanding client service.
Key Responsibilities
Provide compassionate care: Utilize technical skills for diagnostic sample collection, venipuncture, radiography, medication, and fluid administration.
Maintain cleanliness: Ensure a clean and orderly facility by organizing and cleaning as a regular duty.
Assist in medical procedures: Help with patient procedures, surgeries, anesthetic induction and monitoring, and pre/post‑operative care.
Support doctors: Enhance the efficiency of doctors by anticipating their needs, aiding in medical care, record‑keeping, and client communication.
Collaborate with the team: Contribute to a supportive team environment, assisting with various roles, including customer service tasks.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in basic office functions within a busy environment.
Genuine love for animals and the ability to handle them with care, even when stressed, ill, or in pain.
Flexibility to meet clinic, patient, and staff needs with a positive attitude.
Professionalism and respect in interactions with team members.
Calm and efficient during medical crises.
Mature approach to job duties and excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and non‑verbal).
Physical capability to lift and restrain pets weighing at least 40 pounds and work on feet for most of the day.
Compensation
$20‑23
Benefits and Perks
Health, dental, and vision insurance through United Health Care UMR, with flexible spending or Health Savings Account options; complimentary short‑term disability and life insurance; additional voluntary benefits available.
Mental health support via Headspace, participation in a 401(k) plan with company matching.
Paid time off covering sick, personal, and vacation days.
Support for fertility and family building, LGBTQIA+ support, and musculoskeletal therapy programs.
Pet care discounts, a referral bonus program, and access to DailyPay on demand.
United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non‑discrimination laws.
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