Veterinary Assistant, Neurology

Ethos Veterinary Health; Concord (CA); In loco; USD 37.000 - 48.000; Tempo pieno

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Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer contrib.

Paid vacation & sick leave

CE allowance & VetBloom access

Wellness resources

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SAGE Concord is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our Neurology team in Concord, CA. This hands-on role supports advanced neurologic diagnostics and neurosurgery, including MRI and CT scans, fluoroscopy, and spinal and brain surgeries, alongside board-certified neurologists, RVTs, and a dedicated specialty team.

You will develop skills in Neurology, diagnostic imaging, anesthesia, and surgical patient care while contributing to a fast-paced emergency and specialty hospital.

Competenze

• Hands-on veterinary assistant or vet tech experience; 3+ years preferred.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills.
• Experience with diagnostic imaging preferred.
• Experience with MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, surgery, anesthesia, neurology, emergency or ICU a plus.
• Experience assisting with surgical procedures and maintaining sterile technique.

Mansioni

• Support board-certified neurologists and RVTs with neurology appointments, diagnostics, procedures, and patient care.
• Assist with MRI and CT scans, fluoroscopy, and other advanced diagnostic imaging.
• Prepare and position patients for diagnostic imaging and procedures.
• Assist with spinal and brain surgeries, including scrub nurse responsibilities within your training.
• Prepare surgical suites, instruments, equipment, and patients for neurosurgical procedures.
• Support anesthesia preparation, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist with neurologic examinations and diagnostic workups.
• Provide safe animal restraint and hands-on nursing care for neurologic patients.
• Monitor hospitalized and post-operative patients and communicate changes to the medical team.
• Support mobility, positioning, comfort, and recovery for neurologic and neurosurgical patients.
• Maintain accurate patient information and ensure equipment and supplies are organized and ready for use.

Conoscenze

Vet experience

Animal handling

Imaging experience

MRI/CT/Fluoroscopy

Surgical assistance

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Fast-paced care

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Veterinary Assistant – Neurology

$27.00–$35.00/hour DOE
Full-Time | Tuesday–Friday | 8:00 AM–6:30 PM | Four 10-Hour Shifts
SAGE Veterinary Centers | Concord, CA

SAGE Concord is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our Neurology team.

This is a hands‑on Specialty Veterinary Assistant position supporting advanced neurologic diagnostics and neurosurgery, including MRI and CT scans, fluoroscopy, and spinal and brain surgeries. You'll work alongside board-certified neurologists, RVTs, and an experienced Specialty team while continuing to develop your skills in Neurology, diagnostic imaging, anesthesia, and surgical patient care.

What You Bring

• Previous hands‑on Veterinary Assistant, Vet Tech, or veterinary clinical experience; 3+ years preferred.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills.
• Previous diagnostic imaging experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, Surgery, Anesthesia, Neurology, Emergency, ICU, or Specialty medicine is a plus.
• Experience assisting with surgical procedures and maintaining sterile technique preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow clinical protocols.
• Ability to monitor patients closely and quickly communicate changes to the medical team.
• Strong organization and ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced Specialty hospital.

In Your Day-to-Day, You Will

• Support board-certified neurologists and RVTs with Neurology appointments, diagnostics, procedures, and patient care.
• Assist with MRI and CT scans, fluoroscopy, and other advanced diagnostic imaging.
• Prepare and position patients for diagnostic imaging and procedures.
• Assist with spinal and brain surgeries, including surgical preparation and scrub nurse responsibilities within your training and permitted scope.
• Prepare surgical suites, instruments, equipment, and patients for neurosurgical procedures.
• Support anesthesia preparation, patient monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist with neurologic examinations and diagnostic workups.
• Provide safe animal restraint and hands‑on nursing care for neurologic patients.
• Monitor hospitalized and post‑operative patients and communicate changes in condition to the medical team.
• Support mobility, positioning, comfort, and recovery for neurologic and neurosurgical patients.
• Maintain accurate patient information and help ensure equipment, treatment areas, and supplies are organized and ready for use.

Why Join SAGE Concord

SAGE Concord is a 24/7 Emergency & Specialty veterinary hospital and one of the largest specialty hospitals in the East Bay.

As part of our Neurology team, you'll gain hands‑on exposure to advanced Neurology and Neurosurgery cases while working with MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, anesthesia, spinal surgery, brain surgery, and complex patient care.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking to move beyond general practice or continue building a career in Specialty Veterinary Medicine.

Pay, Schedule & Benefits

• $27.00–$35.00/hour based on experience
• Full-time
• Tuesday–Friday | 8:00 AM–6:30 PM
• Four 10-hour shifts
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Continuing Education allowance and VetBloom access
• Professional development and specialty career pathways
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
• Access to an on-site Veterinary Social Worker
• Uniforms provided
• Career advancement opportunities within SAGE and Ethos Veterinary Health

Location Highlight

SAGE Concord is conveniently located for veterinary professionals throughout Concord, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Martinez, Lafayette, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood, Danville, San Ramon, Dublin, Oakland, Berkeley, and surrounding East Bay communities.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is a network of Specialty and Emergency veterinary hospitals committed to advancing veterinary medicine through exceptional patient care, collaboration, education, and innovation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.