Certified Veterinary Assistant

National Veterinary Associates; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for a full-time role in California. Shifts run 9am–6pm, 11am–8pm, or 12pm–9pm with rotating Saturdays and 4–5 Sundays per year. Starting times vary. You will work directly with veterinarians and medical staff to deliver quality care.

Position includes base pay 17.00–19.00 USD per hour DOE, and benefits such as 401(k), health savings, and paid time off. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 1 year of veterinary experience required.
• 1 year as veterinary assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the veterinarian during animal examinations and provide restraint as needed.
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Perform routine dental cleanings on animals under the veterinarian's direction.
• Administer anesthesia under supervision and monitor animal responses.

Skills

Communication

Animal handling

Stamina

Professionalism

Lifelong learning

Problem solving

Job description

VETERINARY ASSISTANT - Full time - Starting times vary.

Shifts are:

• 9am - 6pm,
• 11am - 8pm,
• 12pm - 9pm

Saturdays and Sundays are non negotiable (Assistants work rotating Saturdays and 4 -5 Sundays a year)

Job Summary

In addition to the responsibilities outlined below, the Veterinary Technician is an invaluable member of the hospital team who works directly with the Veterinarian and supporting medical staff to ensure productive and quality veterinary care at all times.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively.
• Prepares and administer medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Performs routine dental cleanings on animals under the direction of the veterinarian.
• Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals’ responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.
• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
• Administers emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life‑saving procedures.
• Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments, as needed.
• Fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.
• Prepares animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.
• Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently.

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to effectively handle and control aggressive animals.
• Must be able to handle the physical and emotional aspect of work in a veterinary clinic environment, including the use of euthanasia.
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
• Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth.
• Must have active listening, critical thinking, complex problem solving, time management, judgment and decision making skills.

Job Type: Full‑time

Experience

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)
• Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
• Compensation
  • Base salary 17.00 hr - 19.00 hr DOE
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.