Relief Veterinary Assistant - Emergency Care & Team Support

VCA Animal Hospitals; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental wellness subscriptions

Referral bonuses

Competitive wage

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Pet discounts

Leadership opportunities

Career development programs

Job summary

VCA Mueller Pet Medical Center in Sacramento, CA is expanding its team with a Veterinary Assistant. This relief position offers hands-on emergency care duties and opportunities to work with veterinarians and technicians in a fast-paced hospital.

The role requires strong teamwork, ability to lift 40 lbs, and a commitment to patient care. Competitive wages, health coverage, and employee wellness perks are part of the benefits package.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a clinical veterinary setting preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Strong teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care during emergency triage.
• Assist with restraint during examinations, injections, treatments, and induction.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness and building upkeep.
• Stock exam rooms, treatment areas, and ORs.
• Process laboratory samples and run in-hospital blood work panels.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with tasks.
• Keep accurate records and logs.

Skills

Emergency triage

Patient restraint

Surgical prep

Record keeping

Job description

VCA Mueller Pet Medical Center in Sacramento, CA is expanding its team with a Veterinary Assistant. This relief position offers hands-on emergency care duties and opportunities to work with veterinarians and technicians in a fast-paced hospital.

The role requires strong teamwork, ability to lift 40 lbs, and a commitment to patient care. Competitive wages, health coverage, and employee wellness perks are part of the benefits package.