Veterinary Assistant - Shadow Hills Pet Clinic

Amerivet; Sun Valley (ID); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Pet care discounts

Career development and advancement

Referral program

200+ locations with AmeriVet

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Shadow Hills Pet Clinic in Sun Valley, CA is hiring a veterinary assistant for a part-time position. The role involves rooming patients, assisting in surgery, monitoring perioperative patients, and performing blood draws with IV catheter placement.

Strong radiology and lab skills are essential. Qualified applicants will have 2-3 years of veterinary experience, excellent client communication, and a team-oriented attitude.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting.
• Surgical assisting experience is required.
• Ability to obtain accurate and thorough medical histories, perform TPR, assist doctor and staff with restraint.
• Blood draws (cephalic, saphenous, jugular) and IV catheter placement.
• Knowledge of digital radiology and proper positioning.
• Experience with in-clinic laboratory equipment (HM5, Vetscan) and cytology is a plus.
• Excellent client communication and education; CSR duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare them for procedures.
• Assist in surgery and monitor perioperative patients.
• Oversee surgical recovery and pain management.
• Perform blood draws and run bloodwork.
• Place IV catheters and manage IV lines.
• Utilize digital radiology for imaging and positioning.
• Assist with dentistry and anesthesia as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients and educate on care.

Skills

Vet experience 2-3 yrs

Surgical assisting

Blood draws

IV catheter placement

Radiology knowledge

Lab work experience

Client education

CSR duties

Tools

Digital radiology

Vetscan HM5

Sedivue

Job description

Veterinary Assistant - Shadow Hills Pet Clinic

Sun Valley, CA

Come Join A Great Team!!

**Pay Range: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour**

Shadow Hills Pet Clinic is looking for an experienced Part Time veterinary assistant . Shadow Hills Pet Clinic is a long-standing general practice hospital with deep ties to the community, located in beautiful Sun Valley, California. Our goal is to provide compassionate and quality medicine while striving to make an impact in our community and treat our patients/clients like family.
The ideal candidate would be compassionate towards our patients and clients. Be confident in rooming patients, assisting in surgery, monitoring surgery patients, surgical recovery, drawing blood and running bloodwork, placing IV catheters, knowledge of x-ray and proper positioning, experience with in-clinic laboratory equipment, comfortable with proper animal handling and restraint, understanding the importance of client education and is a positive and supportive team player. A positive and motivating attitude is a must. If you are that experienced veterinary assistant who is looking for an exciting, no day ever the same, fast-paced, fun, energetic vet hospital then we look forward to hearing from you!

Benefits We Offer:

• Competitive pay!
• Pet care discounts for your personal pets
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Over 200+ locations all over the US to choose between with AmeriVet partnering practices
• A great place to work with motivated and well-trained staff
• Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!
• AmeriVet partnering practices are rapidly growing and expanding, adding more perks and inclusion for hospitals and professionals in the industry!

Your well-being matters to us. AmeriVet appreciates the level of dedication it takes to provide care and quality to the communities you serve, and as a reflection, we offer comprehensive benefits and additional services for you.

Learn more about our clinic: Shadow Hills Pet Clinic

Learn more about our company: AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of prior veterinary experience in a clinical setting
• Surgical assisting experience
• Obtaining accurate and thorough medical histories
• TPR
• Assisting doctor and other technical staff with restraint
• Blood draws (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular)
• Placing IV catheters
• Digital radiology including positioning.
• Dentistry (digital x-rays, scaling, polishing)
• Anesthesia (induction, intubation, monitoring, aseptic technique)
• Laboratory skills such as ear and fecal cytology; HM5; Vetscan; Sedivue
• Excellent client communication & education
• CSR duties as assigned

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At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.