Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Fast-Paced Clinic

Family Friends Vet Hospital; Citrus Heights (CA); On-site; USD 58,024,512 - 64,471,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

CE stipends and career development

Job summary

Family Friends Veterinary Hospital in Citrus Heights, California seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks. Responsibilities include feeding, restraining, preparing surgery areas, and handling patient care with a focus on compassionate service.

The role requires lifting and standing for long periods, experience in a veterinary setting, and the ability to work as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced hospital.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years or older.
• Relevant experience in a veterinary environment.
• Ability to work with or around sick animals and hazardous materials.
• Long periods of standing, walking and lifting may be required.
• Willingness to perform a variety of duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients.
• Greet patients and owners, take vital signs and guide to examining room.
• Assist doctors and technicians with medications and patient restraint.
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs.
• Maintain medical records and hospital equipment; ensure safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Patient handling

Job description

Family Friends Veterinary Hospital in Citrus Heights, California seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks. Responsibilities include feeding, restraining, preparing surgery areas, and handling patient care with a focus on compassionate service.

The role requires lifting and standing for long periods, experience in a veterinary setting, and the ability to work as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced hospital.