Veterinary Assistant - Broadway Veterinary Hospital

Suveto; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

VSOP grants

Pet care discounts

401K with match

Job summary

Broadway Veterinary Hospital, part of the Suveto network, is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant in Sacramento to join our team. You will support veterinarians and technicians in routine checkups and more complex cases while delivering compassionate client service in a fast-paced hospital.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of veterinary experience, strong communication skills, and a genuine love for animals.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a veterinary hospital preferred
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology
• Ability to lift and restrain animals safely

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and assist in appointments with doctors
• Take history from client and record observations in medical records
• Educate clients on preventative healthcare and follow up
• Communicate client concerns to appropriate staff
• Perform venipuncture and in-house lab tests as directed
• Provide nursing care and monitor patients in hospital
• Assist with admit/discharge following protocols
• Maintain exam rooms, treatment areas and wards

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Compassionate

Love for animals

Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Veterinary Assistant - Broadway Veterinary Hospital

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Job Description

Broadway Veterinary Hospital, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is looking for a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team.

From routine checkups to complex medical cases, our dedicated team provides exceptional veterinary care in our community. Our doctors are known for their thorough, patient-centered approach, taking time to listen to our clients’ concerns and explain treatment option clearly. We’ve built lasting relationships with generations of Sacramento pet families, combining professional expertise with genuine care for every patient that comes through our door.

Our hours:

• Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (General Practice)
• Monday – Friday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Urgent Care)
• Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Rotating Saturday availability is required)

We have a variety of 10-hour shifts.

This position requires a friendly and up-beat personality. Excellent customer service skills. The ability to work well in a fast-paced work environment but also pay attention to details.

We are looking for someone with a great attitude, someone who has the desire and drive to do well and is self-motivated.

This is a full-time position. $21.00 - 27.00 per hour, depending on experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

Our Veterinary Assistants provide support to the veterinarian and veterinary technician as directed in various areas of the hospital; provide professional and efficient client service. This is a dynamic position that requires flexibility, compassion, and a strong work ethic. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for animals, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare exam rooms and assist in appointments with doctors.
• Take history from client. Perform physical assessments and record observations legibly in medical record.
• Educate clients on preventative healthcare recommendations and provide follow up.
• Communicate any patient or client concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Perform venipuncture to collect blood samples, perform in house laboratory tests, and prepare all forms to be sent to outside labs, call owner with results as requested by veterinarian.
• Provide and monitor all nursing care as requested by veterinarian for patients admitted to hospital, including medications (all routes) and monitoring.
• Admit and discharge patients to hospital by following all admission and discharge protocols. Educate clients on admit/discharge.
• Clean and restock exam rooms, treatment areas, hospital wards and other areas as requested.
• Must have proficient knowledge of practice software for dispensing veterinarian approved medication, patient food, printing treatment sheets, discharge instructions, cage card labels, x ray and lab labels, recording communication with client and doctors, and others as directed by veterinarian.
• Must have clear understanding and enforcement of OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards.
• Perform client callbacks and updates as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience working in a veterinary hospital is required.
• High school diploma or the equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and effectively.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds or heavier.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from veterinarians and senior staff members.
• Compassionate nature and genuine love for animals

• Our employment package for full-time employees includes paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, pet care discounts, 401K with a true match up to 4%.
• In addition, all full-time hospital team members receive VSOP® grants, SUVETO’S VETERINARY STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN, at no cost to team members. VSOP® is an ownership program that tracks the value of the entire Suveto organization.

Broadway Veterinary Hospital, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

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