Emergency Veterinary Assistant — Critical Care Support

PetVet Care Centers; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) plan

Pet discounts

Calm app access

CE stipends

Relief fund

National support

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Animal Emergency Clinic of San Diego in Poway, CA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support clinicians, prep and sanitize surgical areas, restrain patients, and perform clerical tasks. The team delivers round-the-clock care with a culture of support for pets and their people.

Qualifications include 18+ age, a high school diploma or GED, and emergency veterinary experience; 3 years' veterinary experience is preferred. Swing shift hours are listed and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Age 18+ required to be considered.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Emergency veterinary experience is required.
• 3 years of veterinary experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians and technicians in daily tasks.
• Clean and maintain equipment, feed, exercise, and groom patients.
• Prepare and sanitize surgery suites; restrain and handle patients.
• Assist with medications, lab tests, radiographs, and record-keeping.
• Greet clients, provide compassionate service, and educate on wellness plans.

Skills

Emergency experience

Veterinary experience

Age 18+

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Animal Emergency Clinic of San Diego in Poway, CA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support clinicians, prep and sanitize surgical areas, restrain patients, and perform clerical tasks. The team delivers round-the-clock care with a culture of support for pets and their people.

Qualifications include 18+ age, a high school diploma or GED, and emergency veterinary experience; 3 years' veterinary experience is preferred. Swing shift hours are listed and benefits apply.